Tag: France
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SHORT FILM: EN MOI aka IN ME (NSFW)
“En Moi,” which translates to “In Me,” is a 2016 French short film co-written and directed by Laetitia Casta and is also her directorial debut.Casta co-wrote the screenplay with Maud Ameline. The film stars Yvan Attal as the film director, model Lara Stone as the woman, and Mathilde Bisson as the actress. The movie centers…
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TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY
“Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” is a 2011 espionage thriller film directed by Tomas Alfredson, based on John le Carré’s novel of the same name. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Tom Hardy, John Hurt, Mark Strong, Benedict Cumberbatch, and many others. Set during the Cold War in the early…
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DILLINGER E’ MORTO aka DILLINGER IS DEAD
“Dillinger is Dead” is a 1969 Italian-French film directed by Marco Ferreri. This avant-garde and highly symbolic film is a dark and surreal exploration of alienation, consumerism, and existentialism. The film’s title references the notorious American gangster John Dillinger but is a stark departure from any traditional crime drama. The film centers around Glauco, played…
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FAHRENHEIT 451
“Fahrenheit 451” is a 1966 science fiction film directed by François Truffaut, based on the classic dystopian novel of the same name by Ray Bradbury. The film offers a thought-provoking exploration of censorship, government control, and the power of literature in a totalitarian society. In a future society where books are banned and considered dangerous,…
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AFTER LOVE
“After Love” is a 2020 British drama film directed by Aleem Khan. The film is an intimate exploration of grief, identity, and the complexities of love, set against the backdrop of the English Channel. The story follows the life of Mary Hussain, played by Joanna Scanlan, in a powerful and emotionally charged performance. Mary Hussain…
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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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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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LA SIRÉNE DU MISSISSIPPI aka MISSISSIPPI MERMAID
“Mississippi Mermaid,” directed by the acclaimed French filmmaker François Truffaut, is a spellbinding and suspenseful tale of love, deception, and obsession. The film features a captivating pairing of French cinema legends, Jean-Paul Belmondo and Catherine Deneuve, in the lead roles. The story is set on the enchanting island of Réunion in the Indian Ocean and…
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LA PISCINE
“La Piscine” is a 1969 suspenseful French drama directed by Jacques Deray, featuring a stellar cast that includes Alain Delon, Romy Schneider, Jane Birkin, and Maurice Ronet. Set against the backdrop of a luxurious villa in the South of France, the film explores the complex dynamics of desire, jealousy, and betrayal. The story revolves around…
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LA FEMME PUBLIQUE aka THE PUBLIC WOMAN (NSFW)
“La Femme Publique” is a 1984 film directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Andrzej Żuławski. It is a visually striking and psychologically intense exploration of art, desire, and the complexities of the human psyche. The film revolves around Ethel (played by Valérie Kaprisky), a young and aspiring actress drawn into a world of eroticism, manipulation, and…
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