Category: Color
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LA PISCINE
“La Piscine” is a 1969 suspenseful French drama directed by Jacques Deray, featuring a stellar cast that includes Alain Delon, Romy Schneider, Jane Birkin, and Maurice Ronet. Set against the backdrop of a luxurious villa in the South of France, the film explores the complex dynamics of desire, jealousy, and betrayal. The story revolves around…
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BEING THERE
“Being There” is a 1979 thought-provoking and satirical film starring the incomparable Peter Sellers in one of his most memorable roles. Directed by Hal Ashby, this cinematic masterpiece explores the profound impact of simple wisdom and chance encounters on the world of politics and society. Peter Sellers plays the enigmatic and intellectually challenged Chauncey Gardiner,…
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TROPIC OF CANCER (NSFW)
“Tropic of Cancer” is a provocative and daring film adaptation of Henry Miller’s 1934 groundbreaking novel of the same name. Directed by Joseph Strick in 1970, the film is set in a raw and unflinching portrayal of the bohemian life in Paris during the 1960s. The story follows the journey of Henry Miller, portrayed by…
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LA FEMME PUBLIQUE aka THE PUBLIC WOMAN (NSFW)
“La Femme Publique” is a 1984 film directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Andrzej Żuławski. It is a visually striking and psychologically intense exploration of art, desire, and the complexities of the human psyche. The film revolves around Ethel (played by Valérie Kaprisky), a young and aspiring actress drawn into a world of eroticism, manipulation, and…
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THE DRIVERS SEAT aka IDENTIKIT
“The Driver’s Seat,” also known as “Identikit,” is a 1974 psychological thriller starring the legendary Elizabeth Taylor in a departure from her usual roles. Directed by Giuseppe Patroni Griffi, this film takes audiences on a suspenseful journey into a troubled woman’s mind, searching for something elusive in her life. The story centers around Lise, portrayed…
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THIS IS SPINAL TAP
“This is Spinal Tap” is a 1984 mockumentary directed by Rob Reiner that brilliantly satirizes the world of rock ‘n’ roll and the absurdities of the music industry. The film takes viewers on a wild and uproarious journey through the fictional band Spinal Tap’s tumultuous career. The film presents itself as a documentary following the…
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THE BIG LEBOWSKI
“The Big Lebowski” is a cult classic 1998 film directed by the Coen Brothers, known for their unique blend of dark comedy and eccentric characters. The film takes viewers on a wild and absurdly entertaining ride through the quirky subcultures of Los Angeles. The story centers around Jeffrey “The Dude” Lebowski (played by Jeff Bridges),…
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BULLITT
“Bullitt” is a classic 1968 action thriller directed by Peter Yates, starring Steve McQueen as Frank Bullitt, a no-nonsense San Francisco police detective. The film follows Bullitt, embroiled in a high-stakes case that takes him deep into the heart of a criminal conspiracy. The story begins when Bullitt is assigned to protect a key witness,…
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BOB & CAROL & TED & ALICE
“Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice” is a 1969 comedy-drama film directed by Paul Mazursky that takes a satirical and insightful look at the complexities of modern marriage and interpersonal relationships. The story revolves around two couples, Bob and Carol Sanders (Robert Culp and Natalie Wood), and their close friends, Ted and Alice Henderson…
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WR: MYSTERIES OF THE ORGANISM (NSFW)
“WR: Mysteries of the Organism” is a provocative and daring 1971 film directed by Dušan Makavejev that explores the complex interplay between politics, sexuality, and human psychology. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War and the sexual revolution of the 1960s, the film weaves together multiple narratives and elements to create a pretty surreal…
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