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ROSEMARY’S BABY
“Rosemary’s Baby,” directed by Roman Polanski and released in 1968, is a psychological horror film adapted from the novel by Ira Levin. The story revolves around Rosemary Woodhouse and her husband, Guy, a young couple who move into an old New York City apartment building known for its eerie history. It stars Mia Farrow, John…
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QUADROPHENIA
“Quadrophenia,” directed by Franc Roddam in 1979, is a British film based on The Who’s rock opera album of the same name. Set in 1964, the movie follows Jimmy Cooper, a disillusioned young man from London who finds solace in the Mod subculture of fashion, music, and scooters. Played by Phil Daniels, Jimmy is disenchanted…
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SEVEN SAMURAI
“Seven Samurai” is a classic Japanese film directed by Akira Kurosawa, released in 1954. Set in 16th-century Japan, the story revolves around a small farming village under constant threat from bandits who pillage their crops after every harvest. Desperate to protect themselves, the villagers seek the help of seven masterless samurai, or ronin, to defend…
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THE PARALLAX VIEW
“The Parallax View” is a political thriller released in 1974, directed by Alan J. Pakula and starring Warren Beatty in the lead role. The film is renowned for its atmospheric tension, conspiracy-laden plot, and gripping storytelling. Warren Beatty plays Joseph Frady, a reporter investigating a mysterious and disturbing sequence of events. The story kicks off…
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SHORT FILM: EN MOI aka IN ME (NSFW)
“En Moi,” which translates to “In Me,” is a 2016 French short film co-written and directed by Laetitia Casta and is also her directorial debut.Casta co-wrote the screenplay with Maud Ameline. The film stars Yvan Attal as the film director, model Lara Stone as the woman, and Mathilde Bisson as the actress. The movie centers…
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ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” is a 2019 film directed by Quentin Tarantino. The movie is set in Los Angeles in 1969 against a rapidly changing film industry and a city immersed in the counterculture movement. The film follows the lives of two central characters: Rick Dalton, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, and Cliff Booth,…
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SACRED HOUSES: BROOKLYN HEIGHTS CINEMA
The Brooklyn Heights Cinema, located on Henry Street in the historic neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, was a beloved cultural institution. It operated as a hub for independent, foreign, and classic films for forty-four years before sadly closing in 2014. The theater opened its doors in 1970 and quickly became a staple in the community for…
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THE DEER HUNTER
“The Deer Hunter,” directed by Michael Cimino, is a 1978 American epic war drama that poignantly explores the effects of the Vietnam War on a group of steelworkers from Pennsylvania. The film features an ensemble cast including Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, Meryl Streep, John Savage, and John Cazale. The story begins in the small…
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SHOOT LOUD, LOUDER, I DON’T UNDERSTAND
“Shoot Loud, Louder, I Don’t Understand” is a 1973 Italian comedy-drama film directed by Eduardo De Filippo, which was adapted from his play. The film presents a satirical and poignant commentary on the complexities of human communication, misinterpretation, and the absurdities of everyday life. Set in Naples, the story revolves around Alberto Saporito (portrayed by…
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THE WOLF OF WALL STREET
“The Wolf of Wall Street,” directed by Martin Scorsese, is a high-octane biographical black comedy released in 2013. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort, a real-life stockbroker whose insatiable greed, excess, and unscrupulous behavior led to immense wealth and an infamous downfall. The story follows Jordan Belfort’s meteoric rise on Wall Street in…
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