Category: USA
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LOST IN TRANSLATION
“Lost in Translation” is a 2003 comedy-drama written and directed by Sofia Coppola. Set in the vibrant, neon-lit metropolis of Tokyo, the film tells a thoughtful, emotionally resonant story about two lonely Americans who unexpectedly form a bond as they navigate cultural dislocation and personal uncertainty. Bob Harris, played by Bill Murray, is a fading…
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THE GOONIES
“The Goonies” is a beloved adventure-comedy film released in 1985. It was directed by Richard Donner and produced by Steven Spielberg, who also provided the story. The screenplay was written by Chris Columbus, known for his work on “Home Alone” and the “Harry Potter” series. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Sean Astin,…
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THE HARDER THEY FALL
“The Harder They Fall” is a 2021 Western film written and directed by British filmmaker and musician Jeymes Samuel, also known as The Bullitts, and produced in part by Jay-Z. The film features a predominantly Black cast portraying fictionalized versions of real historical Black figures from the American West, including outlaws, lawmen, and others. It…
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SACRED HOUSES: THE PARAMOUNT THEATER, OAKLAND, CA
In this edition of the “Sacred Houses Series,” we pay homage to The Paramount Theater in Oakland, California, as we continue to honor notable movie theaters worldwide. The Paramount Theatre is a premier example of Art Deco architecture in the United States and a centerpiece of Oakland’s cultural scene. A National Historic Landmark since 1931,…
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THE FLAMINGO KID
“The Flamingo Kid” (1984) is a coming-of-age comedy-drama directed by Garry Marshall, set in New York during the summer of 1963. The film follows a working-class teenager from Brooklyn who gets a job at an exclusive beach club on Long Island. There, he is captivated by the glamour and easy confidence of a wealthy car…
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COFFEE & CIGARETTES
“Coffee & Cigarettes” is a 2003 anthology film directed by Jim Jarmusch, consisting of eleven short vignettes filmed in black-and-white. The film is united by a common theme: people sitting at tables, drinking coffee, and smoking cigarettes. It was created over nearly two decades, with some segments originally produced as short films for television in…
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BIRTH
“Birth” is a psychological drama released in 2004, directed by Jonathan Glazer and written by Jean-Claude Carrière and Milo Addica. The film delves into themes of grief, belief, and the disconcerting idea of reincarnation. Set within an elegant upper-class Manhattan backdrop, it follows Anna (played by Nicole Kidman), a widow who remains emotionally affected by…
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THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (74)
“The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” is a groundbreaking horror film released in 1974 and directed by Tobe Hooper. The story follows a group of young friends traveling through rural Texas who become the targets of a family of cannibalistic killers. Renowned for its relentless tension and raw, documentary-like style, the film delves into themes of violence,…
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JENNY
“Jenny” is a 1969 drama directed by George Bloomfield, starring Marlo Thomas in her on-screen debut alongside Alan Alda. The film follows Jenny, a young woman from a small town who, after finding herself pregnant from a one-night stand, leaves home and moves to New York City. Alone and uncertain of her future, she catches…
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PLANET OF THE APES (68)
“Planet of the Apes” is a 1968 science-fiction classic directed by Franklin J. Schaffner that follows a group of astronauts who crash-land on a mysterious planet in the distant future, only to discover a world where intelligent apes rule, and humans are primitive creatures hunted for sport. The story begins with astronaut George Taylor (played…
