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A Matter of Life and Death 1946
i don't give out many 5 star reviews anymore, but "a matter of life and death," directed by the illustrious powell and pressburger, is such a tenderly crafted ode to the human experience that it's impossible not to. the film is wrapped delicately in the vestments of a love story that transcends time and space. the film ingeniously inverts the common trope of the afterlife's allure by presenting the celestial in black and white, suggesting that perhaps true color -…
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Chungking Express 1994
When did everything start getting an expiration date?
This is my favourite film. It’s not the best film I’ve ever seen, but it’s my favourite film. If Murakami made films instead of wrote novels this is what they would look like. Playful, poignant and progressive. There is a timeless energy to it. Every cut. Every step-printed frame tells its own little story. A story of crossed paths. Forgotten memories. Crowded streets and expired love. I re-watched this today for the…
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Fascination 1979
unlike many eurotica films of the era that exploit sexuality, fascination integrates it as artistically, avoiding gratuitous sex scenes. the film is inspired by jean lorrain's short story "a glass of blood," which delves into the superstitious practices of the wealthy, like drinking bull's blood for health benefits. rollin's adaptation transforms this narrative into an intriguing tale centered a thief who stumbles upon a rustic castle near paris. a gothic vampire thriller.
the film initially presents the thief as an…
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A Tale of Winter 1992
while rohmer's summer films often explore the spontaneity and fleeting nature of summer romances, "a tale of winter" delves into the deeper, more enduring aspects of love. it sits nicely towards the latter end of his filmography and provides a poigniant contrast to his earlier work - especially since the opening montage is set beneath the sheets of a summer romance. the seasonal setting of winter plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative, offering a unique perspective on romance…
