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A Separation 2011
“A Separation” is a deep and emotional film that conveys the complexity of struggles and the split of a family. What I most liked about this film is how real the acting and script feel with the overlapping arguments, tension, and intense silence. It portrayed their raw emotion, which kept me intrigued throughout the movie. I also appreciated the ending. At first, I thought it was unsatisfying, and I continued watching the credits to see whether something would happen. But…
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Persepolis 2007
This is a unique and powerful film that shares the emotional journey Marji goes through. She faces many ups and downs throughout her life. Marji tries to find a suitable place to live as she faces many challenges as an Iranian in the 1970s. I think this movie shares an important message of identity. Marji had a hard time fitting in at the different places she lived in because of her background. She had lied to people about her origin,…
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Police Story 1985
“Police Story” is an action-packed comedy film about Ka Kui Chan, a Hong Kong officer who manages to arrest a drug dealer Chu Tao alone but later finds himself framed for murder. After the arrest, he is assigned to protect Chu Tao’s secretary Selina, who will testify in court about his illegal activities. At first, she is unwilling to accept protection but changes her mind when Ka Kui has a fellow officer break into Selina’s house to “attack” her. However,…
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24 City 2008
24 City blends documentary style interviews with fictional narrative elements. The film is about a factory called 420 in Chengdu getting demolished and the impact it has on the lives of people. The story is told through interviews that give us a glimpse into the memories and struggles of former workers of the factory, their family members, and other people who have a connection to the place.
I think one of the most captivating aspects of this film is its…
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