Damiano Sansalone

Damiano Sansalone

Rome born, Milan adopted, now pretending to be a Parisian. I watch movies and series all the time, except when I'm working or sleeping.

Favorite films

  • Call Me by Your Name
  • Drive
  • Moulin Rouge!
  • Mommy

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  • Mickey 17

    ★★★

  • Bitter Years

    ★½

  • Queer

    ★★★

  • Parthenope

    ★★★½

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  • Mickey 17

    Mickey 17

    ★★★

    A sharp social critique disguised as a sci-fi comedy. Mark Ruffalo’s character echoes figures like Elon Musk or Trump, while Robert Pattinson excels as the “disposable” protagonist, a metaphor for scientific exploitation. The film explores power, dominance, and the fear of the other. Its deeper meanings unfold with multiple viewings, yet it remains engaging as pure entertainment.

  • Bitter Years

    Bitter Years

    ★½

    The idea is promising, but the result is disappointing. The actors are caricatures, the dialogue feels forced, and the direction resembles a TV drama. The film is filled with overused LGBTQ+ stereotypes, making the experience more irritating than engaging.

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  • Parthenope

    Parthenope

    ★★★½

    We’re used to asking ourselves questions after watching Paolo Sorrentino’s films. There’s no point in looking for meaning — we have to give it our own. For example, Parthenope’s story made me reflect on my own life. Am I really living enough, or am I missing something? And at the end of it all, will I be happy or full of regrets?

    The truth is, like Parthenope, we can be lazy and determined, shallow and deep — everything and its opposite. No matter what choices we make, our lives will never be perfect, and maybe that’s exactly what makes them beautiful.

  • Better Man

    Better Man

    ★★★★★

    Never seen anything more magical ✨ Robbie Williams’ songs are elevated by visuals of unprecedented beauty. I cried during the Rock DJ scene because it was too beautiful to be true. This film deserves an Oscar, and Robbie deserves everything and more.

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