Category: Color
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LONG WEEKEND
“Long Weekend” is a 1978 Australian horror film directed by Colin Eggleston. Set in the remote wilderness of Australia, the film follows a young couple whose weekend camping trip turns into a harrowing fight for survival. The film stars John Hargreaves as Peter, a brash and arrogant advertising executive, and Briony Behets as Marcia, Peter’s long-suffering wife…
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NASHVILLE
“Nashville” is a 1975 film directed by Robert Altman. It is known for its ensemble cast, complex narrative structure, and insightful commentary on American society. Set in the bustling city of Nashville, Tennessee, the film weaves together numerous characters’ lives over a few days leading up to a political rally and country music festival. The…
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REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE
“Rebel Without a Cause” is a classic 1955 film directed by Nicholas Ray and starring James Dean, Natalie Wood, and Sal Mineo. The film follows the story of Jim Stark, a troubled teenager who moves to a new town with his parents, hoping for a fresh start. Jim Stark, portrayed by the legendary James Dean,…
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THIS, THAT AND THE OTHER aka THE PROMISE OF BED
“This, That, and the Other,” aka ‘The Promise of Bed, “is a 1969 British sex comedy directed by Derek Ford. It features three separate stories, each with a unique plot. The first story follows the character Susan Stress, portrayed by Vanda Hudson, a sex-crazed actress eager to land a role in a film. She comes…
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IN THE BEDROOM
“In the Bedroom” is a gripping drama directed by Todd Field and released in 2001. The film is an intense exploration of grief, loss, and the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of a small town in Maine. The story revolves around a married couple, Matt and Ruth Fowler, played by Tom Wilkinson…
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SHORT FILM: DRIVING THERE
“Driving There” is a 2024 short film written and directed by Marlaina Smith. The film delves into the depths of grief, portraying a deeply personal and poignant journey as two strangers serendipitously intersect; they unearth a shared purpose, forging an unbreakable bond. The film opens at a remote and very windy gas station, where Daniel…
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MUMSY, NANNY, SONNY AND GIRLY aka GIRLY
“Mumsy, Nanny, Sonny and Girly” aka “Girly” outside the UK, is a darkly comedic and subversive British film directed by Freddie Francis and released in 1970. The film offers a twisted take on the traditional family dynamic, blending elements of black comedy, horror, and social satire. The story centers around a dysfunctional family living in…
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PINK FLAMINGOS
“Pink Flamingos” is a 1972 cult classic film directed by John Waters as part of his Trash Trilogy. It’s known for its provocative and confrontational style, which pushes the boundaries of good taste and challenges societal norms. The film revolves around the character Divine, portrayed by the iconic drag queen Divine (real name Harris Glenn…
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ROMA (72)
“Roma,” released in 1972, is a poignant and visually stunning film directed by the acclaimed Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini. The story revolves around two trips made to Rome by a director. The first trip was taken when he was a young man in the late 1930s and early 1940s. The second trip was made when…
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THROW AWAY YOUR BOOKS, RALLY IN THE STREETS
“Throw Away Your Books, Rally in The Streets” is a groundbreaking Japanese film directed by Shuji Terayama and released in 1971. The film is a surreal and anarchic exploration of youth rebellion, societal disillusionment, and the search for personal freedom. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named ‘Me’ (portrayed by Hideaki Sasaki), who…
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