Category Archives: France

Julie Sokolowski in “Hadewijch” [2009 France]

Posted on December 31, 2010 by TR

  Bruno Dumont is among the finest modern French directors carrying the torch of the Nouvelle Vague. His films are pure visual poetry – but they demand patience from the viewer – in good measure. When I watched one of his films several … Continue reading →

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Monica Bellucci in “Le Pacte des Loups” BR720 [2001 France]

Posted on December 22, 2010 by TR

The 2001 drama fantasy by Christophe Gans, “Le Pacte des Loups” [Eng. Title: Brotherhood of the Wolf] is partly based on French folklore, but it is light entertainment from start to finish, and would probably appeal to teenagers where a … Continue reading →

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Julie Gayet in “Sans Laisser de Traces” BR1080 [France 2010]

Posted on December 16, 2010 by TR

Grégoire Vigneron’s directorial debut, his 2010 thriller “Sans Laisser de Traces” [Eng. Title: Traceless] is not a bad first effort. Even if he doesn’t manage to keep his audience in suspense for too long – the plot is a well worn … Continue reading →

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Audrey Tautou in “Un Long Dimanche de Fiançailles” 720p [2004 France]

Posted on December 13, 2010 by TR

Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s charming 2004 romantic drama, “Un Long Dimanche de Fiançailles” [Eng. Title: A Very Long Engagement] won a clutch of Césars the following year. And this is surely one of those films you must watch with your spouse or lover – trust me – you will be rewarded! Continue reading →

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