Category: France
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MR. HULOT’S HOLIDAY
“Mr. Hulot’s Holiday” is a delightful comedy directed by Jacques Tati, released in 1953. The film follows the misadventures of the endearing and clumsy Monsieur Hulot (played by Jacques Tati himself) as he embarks on a relaxing vacation by the sea. The story begins as Mr. Hulot arrives at a small, picturesque seaside resort filled…
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2 OR 3 THINGS I KNOW ABOUT HER
“2 or 3 Things I Know About Her” is an introspective and experimental drama directed by Jean-Luc Godard. Released in 1967, the film explores themes of identity, consumerism, and the dehumanizing effects of modern society through the lens of a woman’s existential journey. The film centers around Juliette Janson (played by Marina Vlady), a housewife…
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ONE ON TOP OF THE OTHER aka PERVERSION STORY
“One on Top of the Other” (aka “Perversion Story”) is a suspenseful and atmospheric thriller directed by Lucio Fulci. The film is set in 1970s Italy and delves into a web of deception, murder, and identity, following a complex and enthralling mystery. A successful and respected neurosurgeon, Dr. George Dumurrier (played by Jean Sorel), is…
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BREAKING THE WAVES
Breaking the Waves (1996), directed by Lars von Trier, is an emotionally intense and provocative drama that explores love, sacrifice, and the complexities of faith. The film takes place in the 1970s in a small Scottish coastal town. It follows the transformative journey of Bess McNeill (Emily Watson), a devout and innocent young woman. Bess,…
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A LIZARD IN A WOMAN’S SKIN
The 1971 film “A Lizard in a Woman’s Skin,,” sometimes referred to as “Lizard in a Woman’s Skin,” directed by Lucio Fulci, is a suspenseful Italian Giallo film that delves into the dark corners of the human mind and blurs the lines between reality and fantasy. Set in London during the early 1970s, the story…
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LE BONHEUR
“Le Bonheur,” directed by Agnès Varda, is a captivating and lyrical exploration of love, happiness, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the picturesque landscapes of France, the film follows the life of François, a contented family man who becomes entangled in an unconventional and morally challenging pursuit of happiness. François, a loving husband,…
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CLAIRE’S KNEE
“Claire’s Knee” is a French drama directed by Eric Rohmer, released in 1970. Set against the picturesque backdrop of a small lakeside town in Annecy, the film centers around Jerome (played by Jean-Claude Brialy), a 35-year-old diplomat who returns to his hometown for vacation. Jerome spends his days reconnecting with old friends, engaging in philosophical…
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THE WHITE RIBBON
“The White Ribbon” is a 2009 drama directed by Michael Haneke that delves into a rural German village’s deep-rooted secrets and societal tensions on the eve of World War I. The critically acclaimed film unfolds a chilling examination of the darker aspects of human nature, exploring the origins of evil and the consequences of repressed…
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CLOSE
“Close” is a 2022 coming-of-age drama directed by Lukas Dhont and written by Dhont and Angelo Tijssens. The film takes place in rural Belgium and follows two 13- boys, Léo (played by Eden Dambrine )and Rémi (played by Gustav De Waele), whose unusually close friendship is thrown into chaos when their peers notice their intimacy,…
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DANGER: DIABOLIK
“Danger: Diabolik” is a 1968 Italian-French action-adventure film directed by Mario Bava. The film is based on the Italian comic book character Diabolik created by Angela and Luciana Giussani. The movie follows the story of Diabolik (John Phillip Law), a master thief who operates in a futuristic world filled with advanced technology and sophisticated security…
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