Tag: Betrayal
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THE LADY FROM SHANGHAI
‘The Lady from Shanghai’ is a 1947 noir thriller that weaves a tale of lust, betrayal, and murder set against the backdrop of exotic locales and shadowy moral ambiguity. The film is notable not just for its twisty plot but also for its stunning visual style, particularly the iconic hall-of-mirrors climax. Directed by and starring…
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UN MOMENT D’EGAREMENT aka IN A WILD MOMENT
‘Un Moment D’Egarement’ (In a Wild Moment) is a provocative French dramedy directed by Claude Berri, released in 1977. The film explores desire, betrayal, and the complexities of parenthood and aging masculinity. Pierre (played by Jean-Pierre Marielle) and Jacques (played by Victor Lanoux), two middle-aged friends, decide to take a summer holiday together in Corsica.…
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THE WILD BUNCH
“The Wild Bunch” is a 1969 American Western film directed by Sam Peckinpah. Set in the waning years of the American Old West, the film tells the story of a group of outlaws—aging, hardened men who find themselves caught between the past they can no longer relive and the changing world they can no longer…
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MANON DES SOURCES
Manon des Sources (1986), directed by Claude Berri, is the powerful sequel to Jean de Florette and continues the story of greed, betrayal, and redemption set in rural Provence. Based on Marcel Pagnol’s novel, the film delves into the consequences of the tragic events from the first installment, with themes of revenge, justice, and the…
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AN UNMARRIED WOMAN
“An Unmarried Woman” is a 1978 American drama film directed by Paul Mazursky. It is an emotionally resonant exploration of love, loss, and personal growth centered around a woman’s journey of self-discovery after her marriage unexpectedly falls apart. The film stars Jill Clayburgh in a career-defining role and is supported by Alan Bates and Michael…
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AU REVOIR LES ENFANTS
“Au Revoir les Enfants” is a 1987 French drama film written, produced, and directed by Louis Malle. It is a deeply personal and poignant exploration of childhood, friendship, and the devastating impact of war. Based on Malle’s own experiences during World War II, it has been widely acclaimed for its sensitive portrayal of innocence lost…
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TRAINSPOTTING
“Trainspotting” is a 1996 British black comedy-drama film directed by Danny Boyle and based on Irvine Welsh’s novel of the same name. The film offers a gritty and darkly humorous exploration of the lives of a group of heroin addicts living in Edinburgh, Scotland, during the late 1980s. The film follows Mark Renton (played by…
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LE MEPRIS aka CONTEMPT
“Contempt” (Le Mépris) is a complex and visually stunning film directed by Jean-Luc Godard in 1963. It explores themes of love, betrayal, and the nature of filmmaking. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Italy, the film delves into the disintegration of a marriage amid the pressures of the film industry. The story begins with Paul…
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TAKE ME, LOVE ME aka NANA (NSFW)
“Take Me, Love Me,” aka “Nana,” is a 1970 drama romance film directed by Mac Ahlberg. Nana is an adaptation of Emile Zola’s classic novel, Set in late 19th-century Paris. The film follows the tumultuous life of Nana, a beautiful and ambitious courtesan portrayed by Swedish actress Anna Gaël. Nana rises from poverty to become…
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STRAIGHT ON TILL MORNING
“Straight on Till Morning” is a 1972 British psychological thriller directed by Peter Collinson. The film stars Rita Tushingham, Shane Briant, and James Bolam.The story revolves around Brenda Thompson (played by Rita Tushingham), a shy and introverted young woman who moves to London in search of independence and excitement. Brenda rents a room in a…
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