"Violent Cop" as the title suggests, plunges us into 1h40 of brutal and realistic violence, thanks in part to highly effective sound design and a minimalist yet striking approach. Takeshi Kitano plays a cop chasing a criminal, creating a fascinating mirror dynamic where both men are trying to survive and achieve their goals in a stifling, ossified Japanese society. The direction is inventive, and as is often the case with Kitano, the soundtrack is absolutely superb, adding real depth to…
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Persona 1966
Persona by Ingmar Bergman is a haunting and fascinating exploration of communication, identity, and the loss of self. The film follows Elisabet, an actress who suddenly becomes mute by choice, and Alma, a young nurse tasked with caring for her in a secluded house by the sea. Initially perceived as a rebellion against the social mask, Elisabet's silence draws Alma into revealing herself with disarming honesty. Gradually, the boundary between the two women begins to blur, suggesting that Alma and…
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Alien: Romulus 2024
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Romulus is a fantastic flick, sort of a mix between Alien 1 and 2. The movie keeps us on the edge of our seats for two hours, without giving us a moment's respite thanks to its meticulous sound design, the ever-present tension and its ambitious and successful action scenes.
I really enjoyed the special effects in this one, the creatures are perfectly crafted and genuinely terrifying. Long live animatronics !!
The casting was excellent, especially Cailee Spaeny, who…
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Terrifier 3 2024
Art and Vicky are so nice and funny, so proud to support them on their adventures !
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