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DIE SCREAMING MARIANNE
“Die Screaming Marianne” is a suspenseful British exploitation film from 1971, directed by Pete Walker. A tale of deception, betrayal, and revenge offers a unique blend of psychological drama and suspense. The story revolves around Marianne (played by Susan George), an attractive young woman who has lived a life of tragedy and turmoil. Marianne has…
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SHORT FILM: DEJEUNER SUR L’HERBE
“Dejeuner Sur L’Herbe,” which translates to “Lunch on the Grass,” is a 2019 short animated film co-directed by Jules Bourges, Jocelyn Charles, Nathan Harbonn Viaud, and Pierre Rougemont. The film has striking visuals and delves into the topics of science, religion, and extraterrestrial life. It follows the story of a well-known scientist (Etienne) who experiences…
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TIE ME UP! TIE ME DOWN!
“Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!” is a 1989 darkly comedic Spanish film directed by Pedro Almodóvar and features a brilliant ensemble cast including Antonio Banderas, Victoria Abril, and Loles León. The film follows the unconventional love story of Ricky (Antonio Banderas), a former mental patient, and Marina (Victoria Abril), a former porn actress. Ricky…
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THE 400 BLOWS
“The 400 Blows,” directed by François Truffaut, is a seminal film of the French New Wave. The movie stars Jean-Pierre Léaud in a groundbreaking performance as Antoine Doinel, with Claire Maurier and Albert Rémy in pivotal roles. The film is a poignant coming-of-age story set in post-war Paris. It revolves around the life of Antoine…
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COUNTDOWN (67)
“Countdown” is a 1967 science fiction film directed by Robert Altman, based on the 1964 novel The Pilgrim Project by Hank Searls. The movie follows the journey of two astronauts, James Caan and Robert Duvall, as they compete to become the first American to walk on the Moon. The mission is part of a crash…
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SACRED HOUSES: THE RIO, DALSTON, LONDON
The Rio Cinema, situated on Kingsland High Street in Dalston, east London, is an independent Art Deco cinema that has been in operation for over 100 years. The cinema is listed as a Grade II building. The building was initially an auctioneer’s shop, later transformed into the Kingsland Palace in 1909 by its owner, Clara…
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SYNBIOPSYCGOTAXIPLASM: TAKE ONE
“Synbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One” is a groundbreaking and unconventional film that blurs the lines between documentary and fiction. It centers on making a fictional movie while simultaneously documenting the complex relationships between the director, the actors, and the crew. The film begins in New York City’s Central Park, where a film crew is attempting to shoot…
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WEEKEND
“Weekend” is a 1967 landmark French New Wave movement film known for its provocative storytelling. Jean-Luc Godard’s film is a satirical, surreal, and often absurd exploration of societal decadence, class struggle, and the human condition. The film follows the tumultuous journey of a young, upper-middle-class Parisian couple, Roland and Corinne, played by Jean Yanne and…
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SEXY BEAST
“Sexy Beast,” directed by Jonathan Glazer in 2000, is an intense British crime thriller that explores themes of masculinity, power, and the consequences of a life of crime. The film boasts a stellar cast that includes Ray Winstone, Ben Kingsley, Ian McShane, and Amanda Redman. The story centers around Gary “Gal” Dove (Ray Winstone), a…
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E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL
“E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” directed by Steven Spielberg in 1982, is a heartwarming and iconic science fiction film that captures the magic of childhood, friendship, and the power of empathy. The story begins in a quiet suburban neighborhood in California, where Elliott (Henry Thomas), a lonely and imaginative 10-year-old boy, stumbles upon a stranded alien being…
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