Tag: John Cassavetes
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SHADOWS
“Shadows” (1959) is an independent drama film directed by John Cassavetes. The film is celebrated for its improvisational style and unflinching exploration of race relations, identity, and personal relationships in late 1950s New York City. Set against the Beat Generation’s vibrant Manhattan scene backdrop, “Shadows” follows the lives of three African-American siblings: Ben, Hugh, and…
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ROSEMARY’S BABY
“Rosemary’s Baby,” directed by Roman Polanski and released in 1968, is a psychological horror film adapted from the novel by Ira Levin. The story revolves around Rosemary Woodhouse and her husband, Guy, a young couple who move into an old New York City apartment building known for its eerie history. It stars Mia Farrow, John…
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WOMAN UNDER THE INFLUENCE
“Woman Under The Influence” is a 1974 drama film directed by John Cassavetes, which tells the story of a working-class family in Los Angeles and their struggles with mental illness. The film opens with Mabel Longhetti (Gena Rowlands) waiting for her husband, Nick (Peter Falk), to come home from work. She’s excited to see him…
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