Category: Color
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AFTER LOVE
“After Love” is a 2020 British drama film directed by Aleem Khan. The film is an intimate exploration of grief, identity, and the complexities of love, set against the backdrop of the English Channel. The story follows the life of Mary Hussain, played by Joanna Scanlan, in a powerful and emotionally charged performance. Mary Hussain…
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CHOPPER
“Chopper” is a 2000 Australian crime film directed by Andrew Dominik. It’s an unflinching biographical drama that chronicles the life of Mark “Chopper” Read, a notorious criminal and author whose life was marked by violence, chaos, and an enigmatic charm. The film opens with Mark “Chopper” Read (played by Eric Bana) as he is serving…
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FAT CITY
“Fat City” is a 1972 American drama film directed by John Huston, based on the novel of the same name by Leonard Gardner. The story takes place in Stockton, California, offering a raw and unflinching look at the world of small-time boxing and the human struggles that surround it. The film follows two central characters,…
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20th CENTURY WOMEN
“20th Century Women” is a poignant coming-of-age drama directed by Mike Mills. Set in Santa Barbara, California, in the late 1970s, the film explores the lives of a diverse group of people and how they navigate the challenges and changes of the era. The film opens with Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a middle-aged single mother,…
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DIE SCREAMING MARIANNE
“Die Screaming Marianne” is a suspenseful British exploitation film from 1971, directed by Pete Walker. A tale of deception, betrayal, and revenge offers a unique blend of psychological drama and suspense. The story revolves around Marianne (played by Susan George), an attractive young woman who has lived a life of tragedy and turmoil. Marianne has…
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SHORT FILM: DEJEUNER SUR L’HERBE
“Dejeuner Sur L’Herbe,” which translates to “Lunch on the Grass,” is a 2019 short animated film co-directed by Jules Bourges, Jocelyn Charles, Nathan Harbonn Viaud, and Pierre Rougemont. The film has striking visuals and delves into the topics of science, religion, and extraterrestrial life. It follows the story of a well-known scientist (Etienne) who experiences…
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TIE ME UP! TIE ME DOWN!
“Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!” is a 1989 darkly comedic Spanish film directed by Pedro Almodóvar and features a brilliant ensemble cast including Antonio Banderas, Victoria Abril, and Loles León. The film follows the unconventional love story of Ricky (Antonio Banderas), a former mental patient, and Marina (Victoria Abril), a former porn actress. Ricky…
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COUNTDOWN (67)
“Countdown” is a 1967 science fiction film directed by Robert Altman, based on the 1964 novel The Pilgrim Project by Hank Searls. The movie follows the journey of two astronauts, James Caan and Robert Duvall, as they compete to become the first American to walk on the Moon. The mission is part of a crash…
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SYNBIOPSYCGOTAXIPLASM: TAKE ONE
“Synbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One” is a groundbreaking and unconventional film that blurs the lines between documentary and fiction. It centers on making a fictional movie while simultaneously documenting the complex relationships between the director, the actors, and the crew. The film begins in New York City’s Central Park, where a film crew is attempting to shoot…
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WEEKEND
“Weekend” is a 1967 landmark French New Wave movement film known for its provocative storytelling. Jean-Luc Godard’s film is a satirical, surreal, and often absurd exploration of societal decadence, class struggle, and the human condition. The film follows the tumultuous journey of a young, upper-middle-class Parisian couple, Roland and Corinne, played by Jean Yanne and…
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