Night Games: Haunted by Desire
Salman Al Farisi Night Games by Mai Zetterling is a bold exploration of psychological trauma, sexuality, and memory, challenging conventional norms…
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The Phantom of Liberty: Surrealist Critique of Morality
Luis Buñuel's The Phantom of Liberty is a surrealist film that challenges traditional moral frameworks and narrative conventions.
The Power of the Dog: Power, Desire, and the Lies We Tell Ourselves
The Power of the Dog explores masculinity through the story of Phil Burbank, a complex rancher grappling with…
The Idea of You: Love in the Spotlight
The Idea of You takes viewers on a whirlwind romance between a single mom and a pop star,…
Tokyo Olympiad: Aesthetics of Discomfort
Tokyo Olympiad defied expectations by focusing on the struggles and disappointments of athletes rather than solely celebrating victories.
Classmates: Redefining Sexuality and Fluidity
Classmates deftly handles the budding love tale by outlining the challenges and rewards that come with a romantic…
Atlantics: Ocean as a Liminal Space
In Mati Diop's Atlantics (2019), the Atlantic Ocean transcends its status as a merely geographical region.
AI in Filmmaking: Friend or Foe?
The portrayal captures a larger cultural narrative about AI and humanity's apprehension about impending technological dangers.