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  Poetry 2010

  ★★★★ Watched 18 Mar 2025

  Poetry is a poignant and bittersweet film that portrays a modest grandmother, Mija, facing an overwhelming moral burden. As she painfully discovers her grandson's involvement in the gang rape of a classmate, whose suicide resonates as a silent tragedy, she must also contend with financial pressure from the parents of the perpetrators, seeking to buy the grieving family's silence.

  Lee Chang-dong, with his subtle and contemplative direction, immerses us in the daily life of this woman in search of beauty…

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  Faceless 2024

  ★★★½ Watched 17 Mar 2025

  Faceless by Michihito Fujii shines primarily through the remarkable performance of its lead actor, who was recently awarded for his role. His nuanced acting brings to life a multifaceted character, whose complexity forms the true heart of the film.

  While the investigation that serves as the film’s backbone can sometimes be difficult to fully appreciate, it gradually takes a backseat to a more intimate narrative—one focused on the pursuit of truth and the rehabilitation of a man. It is in…

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  Mickey 17 2025

  ★★★★ Watched 06 Mar 2025

  Mickey 17 is a bold film that stands out for its originality and decidedly fun tone. Through an inventive and immersive storyline, it skillfully blends science fiction with a surprising sense of lightheartedness. Its captivating universe, driven by clever ideas and a well-paced rhythm, makes it both an entertaining and thought-provoking experience.

  But what makes Mickey 17 even more fascinating is its peculiar connection to Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind. Without ever openly acknowledging it, the film seems…

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  Vengeance Is Mine 1979

  ★★★½ Watched 19 Feb 2025

  Vengeance is Mine by Shōhei Imamura is a fascinating film, halfway between a crime thriller and a sociological study, steeped in a heavy, almost documentary-like atmosphere. Inspired by real events, it follows the bloody escape of Iwao Enokizu, an elusive serial killer who defies both morality and institutions.

  From the very first minutes, Imamura establishes a cold and clinical tone, avoiding any gratuitous sensationalism. Rather than taking a conventional crime thriller approach, he deconstructs his protagonist through a fragmented narrative,…