Category: Psychological Drama
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THE DEVILS
‘The Devils’ is a 1971 film directed by the visionary filmmaker Ken Russell. It’s a provocative and visually stunning historical drama set in 17th-century France. The film delves into the dark and tumultuous events surrounding the notorious Loudun witch trials, exposing the collision of religious fervor, political intrigue, and mass hysteria. In the small town…
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EX MACHINA
‘Ex Machina’ is a 2014 sci-fi drama directed by Alex Garland that delves into the complexities of artificial intelligence and the moral dilemmas it poses. The film follows Caleb Smith, a talented programmer played by Domhnall Gleeson, who wins a unique opportunity to spend a week at the secluded mountain estate of the eccentric tech…
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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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THE SPIDERS STRATAGEM
“The Spider’s Stratagem” is a mesmerizing psychological drama directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. Set in a small Italian town, the film delves into the complex web of secrets and illusions surrounding Athos Magnani, a young man who returns to his birthplace to investigate his father’s mysterious death, a renowned anti-Fascist hero. The story unfolds as Athos…
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I START COUNTING
“I Start Counting” is a suspenseful coming-of-age film set in the 1960s directed by David Greene. The film explores the life of Wynne, a young girl on the cusp of adolescence, as she grapples with her budding sexuality and the darkness that looms in her seemingly peaceful world. Wynne, portrayed by Jenny Agutter, lives in…
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