Ana Marenco

Ana Marenco

Art enthusiast with a passion for writing.
Se habla español, english, anche italiano e português.

Favorite films

  • The Wizard of Oz
  • Cinema Paradiso
  • Roma
  • Shrek 2

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  • Maid in Manhattan

    ★★★

  • Notting Hill

    ★★★

  • A Real Pain

  • The Apprentice

    ★★★

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  • Anora

    Anora

    ★★★★

    Anora: A Heartfelt Tale of Identity, Love, and Survival

    Sean Baker’s Anora masterfully weaves romance, comedy, and drama into a poignant exploration of identity and survival. At its heart is Anora, a Brooklyn stripper navigating a transactional world while wrestling with a fractured sense of self. Her preference for the name Ani and her avoidance of her Russian roots reflect a struggle to redefine her identity in an environment that forces her to constantly adapt. What begins as a seemingly…

  • Conclave

    Conclave

    ★★★★

    Conclave was a film I couldn’t wait to see. With Ralph Fiennes, the grandeur of Rome, and a gripping political drama set within the Vatican, it had everything to captivate me. Directed by Edward Berger, known for his masterful direction of All Quiet on the Western Front, the film delivers an equally powerful narrative here, bringing its characters and setting to vivid life. Stéphane Fontaine’scinematography is stunning, using light and staging to convey the isolation and tension among the cardinals.…

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  • Past Lives

    Past Lives

    ★★★★½

    Despite common perception, I don't typically gravitate towards romantic films, as I often find them predictable. However, in this instance, it proved to be an exception, breaking the mold and defying my own expectations.

    In 'Past Lives,' the question arises: What is true love? 
    We can say to someone they're the love of our life, but for various reasons, that may change, leading to another significant love. 

    Can you experience several loves in one life? 
    The movie answers this using…

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