Tag: Distorted Reality
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THE IPCRESS FILE
The Ipcress File (1965), directed by Sidney J. Furie, is a British espionage thriller based on Len Deighton’s novel. Starring Michael Caine as the sharp yet insubordinate intelligence officer Harry Palmer, the film presents a gritty and realistic take on Cold War espionage, contrasting the glamorous world of James Bond with a more grounded, bureaucratic…
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RASHOMON
Rashomon (1950), directed by Akira Kurosawa, is a groundbreaking Japanese film that delves into the subjective nature of truth and the complexity of human perception. Starring Toshiro Mifune, Machiko Kyo, Masayuki Mori, and Takashi Shimura, the film presents multiple contradictory accounts of a violent crime, leaving audiences to question the reliability of memory and the…
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BADLANDS
“Badlands” is a 1973 crime drama directed by Terrence Malick in his feature film debut, and it stars Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek in leading roles. Loosely inspired by the real-life 1958 killing spree of Charles Starkweather and his teenage girlfriend, Caril Ann Fugate, the film is a haunting meditation on alienation, love, violence, and…
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DEMENTIA (DAUGHTER OF HORROR)
“Dementia,” a 1955 experimental horror film directed by John Parker, is a nightmarish and surreal journey into the mind of a disturbed young woman, often referred to as “the Gamine.” The film, notable for its lack of dialogue, relies heavily on its eerie visual style and unsettling score by George Antheil to tell the story.…
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CQ
“CQ” (2001) is a visually stylish and quirky film directed by Roman Coppola. It features an ensemble cast that includes Jeremy Davies, Angela Lindvall, Gérard Depardieu, Élodie Bouchez, Giancarlo Giannini, Massimo Ghini, Jason Schwartzman, and Dean Stockwell. The film blends comedy, drama, and science fiction elements, set against the backdrop of the late 1960s Parisian…
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SHORT FILM: LAURA HASN’T SLEPT
“Laura Hasn’t Slept” is a 2020 horror short film directed by Parker Finn. It stars Caitlin Stasey as Laura and Lew Temple as Dr. Parsons. The film is a prequel to Parker Finn’s feature film “Smile,” expanding on its unsettling narrative and chilling atmosphere. The story centers around Laura (Caitlin Stasey), a young woman plagued by terrifying…
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MUMSY, NANNY, SONNY AND GIRLY aka GIRLY
“Mumsy, Nanny, Sonny and Girly” aka “Girly” outside the UK, is a darkly comedic and subversive British film directed by Freddie Francis and released in 1970. The film offers a twisted take on the traditional family dynamic, blending elements of black comedy, horror, and social satire. The story centers around a dysfunctional family living in…
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LET’S SCARE JESSICA TO DEATH
“Let’s Scare Jessica to Death” is a psychological horror film directed by John D. Hancock and released in 1971. The film follows Jessica (Zohra Lampert), a recently released psychiatric patient who, alongside her husband, Duncan (Barton Heyman), and friend Woody (Kevin O’Connor), seeks solace in a rural farmhouse as we delve into the blurred lines…
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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 DRIVERS SEAT aka IDENTIKIT
“The Driver’s Seat,” also known as “Identikit,” is a 1974 psychological thriller starring the legendary Elizabeth Taylor in a departure from her usual roles. Directed by Giuseppe Patroni Griffi, this film takes audiences on a suspenseful journey into a troubled woman’s mind, searching for something elusive in her life. The story centers around Lise, portrayed…
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