Tag: disillusionment
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TOUT VA BIEN aka EVERYTHING IS FINE
Tout Va Bien (translated as Everything is Fine) is a 1972 French political drama directed by Jean-Luc Godard and Jean-Pierre Gorin that delves into the contradictions and disillusionments of modern life, particularly in the context of the political and social upheaval of the late 1960s and early 1970s. The film explores the relationship between personal…
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L’AVVENTURA aka THE ADVENTURE
L’Avventura, released in 1960, is a film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. It explores themes of alienation, ennui, and existential searching. The film stars Monica Vitti, Gabriele Ferzetti, and Lea Massari and tells a haunting story of lost love and disconnection. The story begins when Anna (Lea Massari) joins her boyfriend, Sandro (Gabriele Ferzetti), and her…
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LA DOLCE VITA aka THE SWEET LIFE
“La Dolce Vita” (1960) is an iconic Italian film directed by Federico Fellini. It is considered one of Fellini’s masterpieces and one of the greatest films in world cinema. The film is a sprawling, episodic exploration of the decadence and disillusionment of post-war Rome, capturing a society in moral decay. Blending drama, satire, and surrealism,…
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GIRL ON A MOTORCYCLE
“Girl on a Motorcycle” (1968) is a psychedelic romantic drama directed by Jack Cardiff and starring Marianne Faithfull as Rebecca and Alain Delon as Daniel. The film is based on André Pieyre de Mandiargues’s novel La Motocyclette and explores themes of sexual liberation, existential longing, and rebellion, all set against the backdrop of the late…
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LENNY
“Lenny” (1974) is a biographical drama directed by Bob Fosse. It chronicles the rise and fall of controversial stand-up comedian Lenny Bruce, known for his boundary-pushing humor and battles with the legal system over obscenity charges. The film is a poignant, gritty exploration of Bruce’s tumultuous life, his influence on comedy, and his tragic demise.…
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MADE IN U.S.A.
“Made in U.S.A.” is a 1966 French crime-political film directed by Jean-Luc Godard. The film is a loose adaptation of Donald E. Westlake’s novel The Jugger and combines elements of film noir, political intrigue, and Godard’s signature experimental style. It stars Anna Karina as a woman investigating the death of her lover in a labyrinthine…
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WITHNAIL AND I
“Withnail and I” is a 1987 British black comedy film written and directed by Bruce Robinson. It is a darkly comedic portrayal of two struggling actors who embark on a chaotic, booze-fueled holiday in the English countryside. Starring Richard E. Grant as the flamboyant Withnail and Paul McGann as the more reserved “I” (whose name…
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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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THREE COLORS: RED
“Three Colors: Red” (“Trois Couleurs: Rouge”) is a 1994 French-Swiss film directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski. It is the final installment in the “Three Colors” trilogy, following “Blue” and “White.” The film stars Irène Jacob, Jean-Louis Trintignant, and Frédérique Feder. The film centers on Valentine Dussaut (Irène Jacob), a kind-hearted and introspective student and part-time model…
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I’LL NEVER FORGET WHAT’S ‘ISNAME
“I’ll Never Forget What’s ‘Isname” is a 1967 British film directed by Michael Winner. It blends elements of drama, satire, and dark comedy to critique the advertising industry and explore the protagonist’s existential malaise. The story centers on Andrew Quint (played by Oliver Reed), a disillusioned and successful advertising executive who feels suffocated by the…
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