movies
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Clara: Social Issues and Character Struggles | Review
It feels like there’s an avalanche of Romanian movies descending over us during this year, with productions catering to all tastes – the dubious (Buzz House), the mainstream (Anul nou care nu a fost) and the art-house (Trei kilometri până la capătul lumii). Clara would probably fit in the latter. It is a distinctly European… Read more
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Movies of the Week #39 (2024)
“Palm Springs” impresses with its existential commentary on life. “Longlegs” offers an unsettling twist on familiar tropes. “Last Dance” presents a widower’s journey but lacks flow. “Coup de chance” engages with flawed characters yet falters in coherence. “Last Straw” struggles with pretentiousness. Read more
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Movies of the Week #51 (2023)
The Christmas movie landscape of 2022-2023 presents a mixed bag of festive films, each with its own charm and shortcomings. “This is Christmas” stands out with a stellar cast including Timothy Spall and Alfred Enoch, delivering an uplifting story about commuters organizing a Christmas party, despite its cheesy moments. “Your Christmas or Mine” features Asa… Read more
