To a Land Unknown (2024) Review

To a Land Unknown (2024) Review

Mahdi Fleifel’s refugee drama ‘To a Land Unknown’ competed in the Cannes 2024 Un Certain Regard strand, and is an urgent, necessary film. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.

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Anora (2024) Review

Anora (2024) Review

‘Anora’, from filmmaker Sean Baker, won the Palme d’Or at Cannes in 2024, and thanks to a powerful lead performance and open-minded approach, should be considered important. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.

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Where to Start with Vittorio de Sica

Where to Start with Vittorio de Sica

Where to begin with the cinema of Italian Neorealism pioneer and world-renowned Italian filmmaker Vittorio de Sica, one of the most influential screen artists in history. Article by Clotilde Chinnici.

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Where to Start with Italian Neorealism

Where to Start with Italian Neorealism

Italian Neorealism is a unique cultural movement because of the historical context in which it arose. Here’s where to start with the great cinema of Italian Neorealism. Article by Clotilde Chinnici.

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The Wizard of Oz (1939) Review

The Wizard of Oz (1939) Review

‘The Wizard of Oz’ (1939) remains an impressive filmmaking achievement almost a century on from its release. Victor Fleming directs Judy Garland in timeless technicolour. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.

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The Color Purple (2023) Review

The Color Purple (2023) Review

Blitz Bazawule’s Oscar-nominated ‘The Color Purple’ is a fresh take on a timeless story, a fitting adaptation of the stage musical. Fantasia Barrino stars. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.

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Sunset Boulevard (1950) Review

Sunset Boulevard (1950) Review

Billy Wilder’s self-reflective movie about Hollywood, ‘Sunset Boulevard’ (1950), is still meaningful, visually impressive and relevant a lifetime after its release. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.

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Ferrari (2023) Review

Ferrari (2023) Review

Enzo Ferrari biopic ‘Ferrari’, from ‘Heat’ director Michael Mann and starring Adam Driver, reinforces negative stereotypes and fails in its mission. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.

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