Tag: Dreams
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GOLD DIGGERS OF 1933
‘Gold Diggers of 1933’ is a 1933 dazzling, vibrant, witty backstage musical directed by Mervyn LeRoy with musical numbers and choreography directed by the legendary Busby Berkeley set against the harsh realities of the Great Depression. The film follows a group of struggling Broadway chorus girls who are trying to make ends meet while chasing…
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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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SHORT FILM: CATHY COME HOME
“Cathy Come Home” is a British television drama first broadcast in 1966 as part of the BBC series “The Wednesday Play.” Directed by Ken Loach and written by Jeremy Sandford, the film presents a gritty, unflinching look at the realities of homelessness and social injustice in 1960s Britain. The film opens with Cathy (Carol White)…
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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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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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8 1/2
“8 ½,” the 1963 film directed by the legendary Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini, is a cinematic masterpiece that blurs the lines between reality and imagination. It’s a film that explores the inner workings of the human mind, artistic creation, and the struggles of self-identity and creative expression. Guido Anselmi, played brilliantly by Marcello Mastroianni, is…
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