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Maja Ostaszewska in “Uwiklanie” [2011 Poland]

Jacek Bromski’s crime drama, “Uwiklanie” [Eng. Trans: Entanglement] happens to be one of those old fashioned detective films albeit with a modern touch – no raincoats here. Set in modern day Poland, the film starts off with the death of … Continue reading

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Miou-Miou in “Marcia Trionfale” [1976 Italy, France]

Marco Bellocchio’s “Marcia Trionfale” [Eng. Trans: March of Triumph] is a scathing attack on the state of affairs of the Italian army, and the dehumanising effects of institutionalised indoctrination on its cadets from the moment they join the force – … Continue reading

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Elizabeth Cervantes & Joana Rañé in “Volverás” [Spain, Mexico 2002]

I’ll finish the year with Antonio Chavarrías’ thriller, “Volverás” [Eng. Title: You’ll be Back]. While it is an engaging film that keeps your attention through, it will leave you a bit deflated towards the end. It is nevertheless, Recommended Viewing. … Continue reading

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Valeria Golino in “Storia d’Amore” [1986 Italy]

The title of veteran director Francesco Maselli’s drama “Storia d’Amore” [Eng. Title: A Tale of Love] could mislead you into believing it to be one of those mushy romances – it ain’t. There may be a bit of romancing going … Continue reading

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Iwona Bielska & Grazyna Dylag in “Na Srebrnym Globie” [1976-1987 Poland]

Andrzej Zulawski had to halt production on his sci-fi epic, “Na Srebrnym Globie” [Eng. Title: On the Silver Globe] due to objection from Polish authorities – they had also destroyed the sets and any material they could lay their hands … Continue reading

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