Tag: Italy
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THE CONFORMIST
“The Conformist” is a 1970 captivating political thriller directed by the legendary filmmaker Bernardo Bertolucci. Set in 1930s Italy, the film explores the complex journey of Marcello Clerici, a young and conflicted man caught between personal desires and societal pressures during the rise of fascism.Marcello Clerici, portrayed by the talented actor Jean-Louis Trintignant, is a…
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ONE ON TOP OF THE OTHER aka PERVERSION STORY
“One on Top of the Other” (aka “Perversion Story”) is a suspenseful and atmospheric thriller directed by Lucio Fulci. The film is set in 1970s Italy and delves into a web of deception, murder, and identity, following a complex and enthralling mystery. A successful and respected neurosurgeon, Dr. George Dumurrier (played by Jean Sorel), is…
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A LIZARD IN A WOMAN’S SKIN
The 1971 film “A Lizard in a Woman’s Skin,,” sometimes referred to as “Lizard in a Woman’s Skin,” directed by Lucio Fulci, is a suspenseful Italian Giallo film that delves into the dark corners of the human mind and blurs the lines between reality and fantasy. Set in London during the early 1970s, the story…
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THE WHITE RIBBON
“The White Ribbon” is a 2009 drama directed by Michael Haneke that delves into a rural German village’s deep-rooted secrets and societal tensions on the eve of World War I. The critically acclaimed film unfolds a chilling examination of the darker aspects of human nature, exploring the origins of evil and the consequences of repressed…
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THE 10TH VICTIM
“The 10th Victim” is a 1965 thriller-science fiction action film set in a dystopian future where a highly popular and deadly game called “The Big Hunt” has become a global phenomenon. Directed by Elio Petri, the movie takes us on a captivating journey filled with intrigue, danger, and unexpected alliances. In this not-so-distant future, society…
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THE SPIDERS STRATAGEM
“The Spider’s Stratagem” is a mesmerizing psychological drama directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. Set in a small Italian town, the film delves into the complex web of secrets and illusions surrounding Athos Magnani, a young man who returns to his birthplace to investigate his father’s mysterious death, a renowned anti-Fascist hero. The story unfolds as Athos…
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DANGER: DIABOLIK
“Danger: Diabolik” is a 1968 Italian-French action-adventure film directed by Mario Bava. The film is based on the Italian comic book character Diabolik created by Angela and Luciana Giussani. The movie follows the story of Diabolik (John Phillip Law), a master thief who operates in a futuristic world filled with advanced technology and sophisticated security…
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THE PASSENGER
“The Passenger” is a 1975 film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni and starring Jack Nicholson as a disillusioned journalist named David Locke. The film is a slow-burning character study that explores identity, existentialism, and the search for meaning in life. The film begins with Locke on assignment in Africa, covering a civil war. He becomes disillusioned…
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