Category: USA
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SHORT FILM: YOU’RE NOW BEYOND HOPE, ARIZONA
“You’re Now Beyond Hope Arizona,” a 2022 drama written and directed by Nick Dugan, is about a traumatized alcoholic forced to commit a crime to pay back his gambling debts. He is totally isolated in the world, unable to reconcile his past, and in a cruel twist of irony, the one person he connects with…
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APOCALYPSE NOW
The 1979 film “Apocalypse Now,” directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is an epic war film that immerses viewers in the harrowing journey of Captain Benjamin L. Willard, played by Martin Sheen, during the Vietnam War.Set in the late 1960s, the film follows Willard, a seasoned and battle-weary Army officer, who is given a top-secret mission.…
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MOONRISE KINGDOM
“Moonrise Kingdom” is a 2012 coming-of-age story directed by Wes Anderson. Set on a small New England island in the 1960s, the film follows two young misfits who forge a deep connection and embark on a daring adventure, upending the lives of everyone around them. Sam Shakusky (played by Jared Gilman), a resourceful and orphaned…
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ROLLERBALL
“Rollerball,” starring James Caan, is a 1975 science fiction thriller directed by Norman Jewison. In a future society where corporations have taken control, “Rollerball” is set in a world where individualism and personal freedoms have been suppressed. The film follows the story of Jonathan E., played by James Caan, a superstar athlete and the most…
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NETWORK
“Network,” a 1976 satirical drama that delves into the chaotic world of television news and the power of media manipulation. Directed by Sidney Lumet, the film stars Peter Finch in a remarkable performance as Howard Beale, a veteran news anchor whose unraveling becomes a catalyst for exploring corporate greed and the erosion of journalistic integrity.…
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I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE
“I Spit on Your Grave” (1978), directed by Meir Zarchi, is a controversial and brutal revenge thriller exploring human nature’s dark depths and the relentless pursuit of justice. The film follows the harrowing journey of Jennifer Hills (Camille Keaton), a young aspiring writer who rents a secluded cabin in the countryside to work on her…
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FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH
“Fast Times at Ridgemont High” is a classic coming-of-age comedy film released in 1982. Directed by Amy Heckerling and written by Cameron Crowe, the film is a humorous and insightful glimpse into a group of high school students navigating the trials and tribulations of adolescence.Set in Southern California, the story primarily revolves around the lives…
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FRIDAY THE 13th
“Friday the 13th” is a classic horror film directed by Sean S. Cunningham. The film marked the first in what would become an iconic slasher franchise spawning 12 movies over the next twenty-five years. The original film is set at an isolated summer camp called “Camp Crystal Lake,” it follows a group of young counselors…
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HEAD
“Head” is a mind-bending and surreal 1968 film that defies traditional narrative conventions. Bob Rafelson directs the film and features the iconic rock band The Monkees. It’s worth noting that Bob Rafelson and Jack Nicholson penned the screenplay. Yes, that Jack Nicholson. The film takes the audience on a wild and unconventional ride through interconnected…
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BOBBY DEERFIELD
“Bobby Deerfield” is a romantic drama directed by Sydney Pollack in 1977, starring Al Pacino in the title role. The story revolves around Bobby Deerfield, a talented Formula One race car driver known for his skill and dedication. Despite his success on the track, Bobby leads a solitary and emotionally guarded life. However, everything changes…
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