Tag: world cinema
Bus 174 (Ônibus 174)
A fascinating documentary tracing the circumstances that led one young streetkid to take hostages on a Rio bus.
Les Poupées Russes (Russian Dolls)
Though it could never live up to its predecessor, Russian Dolls is pretty pleasant in its own way.
Together (Tillsammans)
One of Moodysson’s lighter efforts: a warmhearted film for a cold winter’s night.
La Dolce Vita
This masterpiece of stylish satire, full of memorable images remains nevertheless aloof.
Machuca
Beautifully shot historical drama that can’t quite connect the small story with the big one.
Audition
Book a reunion with your last meal: Takashi Miike turns a love story into a horror gorefest within minutes.
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Howards End
Some great individual performances. A boon for Forster fans but a bit of a chore for everyone else.
- Originally published: 2 Apr 2007 in Film
Beloeil
The famous château that gave this commune its name is still owned by the House of Ligne.
- Originally published: 18 Oct 2009 in Walking
Blame it on the Bellboy
If there’s any proper comedy in this film, I must be Venetian blind.
- Originally published: 19 Apr 2007 in Film
Sex and Lucía
A slow burner about love and memories, this film is exceptionally good looking.
- Originally published: 9 Nov 2006 in Film
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