Cate Blanchett said, “I have hope, the journey goes on. There are only small islands of certainty like this one, and I thank San Sebastian for it” in her acceptance speech at the San Sebastian International Film Festival. She also quoted Brazilian writer Clarice Lispector, saying, “There are certain advantages in not knowing. Like a…
The craftsmanship of ‘Society of the Snow’ is absolutely spectacular, powerful, and thought-provoking. From stunning cinematography that showcases the terrifying beauty of mountain ranges, to the claustrophobic nature of a plane, to the brilliant score and to the top notch directing by J. A. Bayona, ‘Society of the Snow’ is easily one of the best…
‘Memoir of a Snail’ is a funny, poignant, and bittersweet chronicle of the life of an Australian misfit finding her path and silver linings amongst the clutter of life. This film was written, produced and directed by Oscar winner Adam Elliot. Elliot created a beautiful and whimsical stop-motion movie that tugs at your heartstrings and…
“I still feel I don’t really deserve this” Stressing that he had remained true to his political commitments and with constant references to his mother, Javier Bardem said he was “really grateful”, during a press conference that he gave this Friday, for the Donostia award that he was to receive later on during the opening…
‘Anora,’ directed by Sean Baker, had several standout elements that contributed to success in the 2024 rollout. Mikey Madison’s portrayal of Ani is a central highlight as she conveyed a complex blend of vulnerability and resilience, bringing depth to the character’s journey. Sean Baker’s direction, coupled with the film’s cinematography, presented a great visual storytelling…
The Deer Hunter with Christopher Walken 🎥 Summary: An in-depth examination of the ways in which the Vietnam War impacts and disrupts the lives of several friends in a small steel mill town in Pennsylvania. Before the Movie: An introduction by Christopher Walken Screenwriters:Michael Cimino, Deric Washburn, Louis Garfinkle Director:Michael Cimino Producers:Michael Cimino, Michael Deeley,…
The Sugarland Express, (United States). Steven Spielberg made his feature film directorial debut in 1974 with The Sugarland Express, which he also co-wrote, and follows a woman (Goldie Hawn) and her husband (William Atherton) as they take a police officer (Michael Sacks) hostage and flee across Texas while they try to get to their child before…
‘The Successor’ is an interesting psychological thriller. A Paris-based fashion designer Ellias Barnès (Marc-André Grondin) has a breakthrough in his career and he is poised to on a role as a creative director of the fashion house.This movie has a lot character development. Ellias finds himself assuming the role his father played in an unconscionable…
‘The Promised Land’ is an historical epic drama set in mid-18th century Denmark based on the historical novel “The Captain and Ann Barbara” by Ide Jessen. Born without a father and raised by a servant mother, Kahlen, the main character portrayed by the incredible Mads Mikkelsen, has managed to overcome numerous challenges, ultimately rising through…
All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is a bold, visual mosaic of a Black girl/woman’s life in rural Mississippi and implements memories of love, heartbreak, hardship, and life events told in a nonlinear stream of consciousness. The movie opens with the line, “Slow, take your time”, and this echoes the pacing present. The pacing is…