Category: Black & White
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SEVEN SAMURAI
“Seven Samurai” is a classic Japanese film directed by Akira Kurosawa, released in 1954. Set in 16th-century Japan, the story revolves around a small farming village under constant threat from bandits who pillage their crops after every harvest. Desperate to protect themselves, the villagers seek the help of seven masterless samurai, or ronin, to defend…
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SUNSET BLVD.
“Sunset Blvd.” is a classic film noir released in 1950 and directed by Billy Wilder. The film stars William Holden as Joe Gillis, Gloria Swanson as Norma Desmond, and Erich von Stroheim as Max Von Mayerling. The story is narrated by Joe Gillis, a struggling screenwriter who accidentally stumbles upon the decaying mansion of former…
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THE SOFT SKIN
“The Soft Skin” is a 1964 French romantic drama film directed by François Truffaut. The film stars Jean Desailly as Pierre Lachenay, Françoise Dorléac as Nicole, and Nelly Benedetti as Franca. The story revolves around Pierre Lachenay, a successful and married literary scholar who becomes entangled in a passionate affair despite his stable family life.…
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FRANCES HA
“Frances Ha” is a 2012 black-and-white comedy-drama film directed by Noah Baumbach and co-written by Baumbach and Greta Gerwig, who also stars as the film’s main character. The movie follows the life and personal growth of Frances Halladay, an aspiring dancer living in New York City. The film opens with Frances, a 27-year-old dancer apprentice…
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CUL-DE-SAC
“Cul-de-sac” is a 1966 British psychological thriller directed by Roman Polanski. The film is known for its dark and absurdist humor, as well as its exploration of power dynamics, isolation, and the breakdown of societal norms. It features a small cast, with standout performances by Donald Pleasence and Françoise Dorléac. The story centers on a…
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13 GHOSTS
“13 Ghosts” is a 1960 horror film directed by the renowned William Castle, known for his innovative gimmicks in the horror genre. This film is no exception, as it was presented in “Illusion-O,” a gimmick where the audience could use special glasses to see or avoid seeing the ghosts, depending on their comfort level with…
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A GIRL WALKS HOME ALONE AT NIGHT
“A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night” is a 2014 Iranian-American vampire western film written and directed by Ana Lily Amirpour. It’s a unique and atmospheric take on the vampire genre, unfolding in the fictional Iranian ghost town of Bad City. In the desolate, economically depressed town of Bad City, where oil pumps and rundown…
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THE 400 BLOWS
“The 400 Blows,” directed by François Truffaut, is a seminal film of the French New Wave. The movie stars Jean-Pierre Léaud in a groundbreaking performance as Antoine Doinel, with Claire Maurier and Albert Rémy in pivotal roles. The film is a poignant coming-of-age story set in post-war Paris. It revolves around the life of Antoine…
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SCREAM OF FEAR
“Scream of Fear,” directed by Seth Holt in 1961, is a chilling psychological thriller that combines suspense and horror elements. The film is notable for its suspenseful atmosphere and the presence of Christopher Lee, known for his iconic roles in the horror genre. The story revolves around Penny Appleby (Susan Strasberg), a young woman with…
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THE LAST PICTURE SHOW
“The Last Picture Show” is a 1971 poignant and evocative coming-of-age drama directed by Peter Bogdanovich, set in a small, dying Texas town in the early 1950s. The film is a masterful exploration of its characters’ lives, dreams, and struggles and features a standout performance by Jeff Bridges. The story revolves around Sonny Crawford, portrayed…
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