There is a fine line between a film that challenges its audience and one that merely keeps them at a distance. Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist unfortunately falls into the latter category. Known for his precise compositions and ambitious thematic explorations (Vox Lux, The Childhood of a Leader), Corbet's style has often intrigued audiences. However, in The Brutalist, his artistry feels both distant and disengaging. Despite its surface beauty, reflected in striking cinematography and the architectural influences of brutalism, the film…
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Detective Chinatown 1900 2025
Visually, Detective Chinatown 1900 impresses with its meticulous recreation of early 20th-century San Francisco. The film’s detailed sets and immersive production design transport the audience into a world of historical intrigue, blending the city's vibrant energy with moments of tension and discovery. Chen Sicheng and Dai Mo’s dynamic direction seamlessly balances high-energy chase sequences with more introspective moments, deepening the film’s emotional and narrative impact.
What sets Detective Chinatown 1900 apart is its sincere effort to highlight the resilience, intelligence,…
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Corpse Mania 1981
This summer, I had the opportunity to watch Killer Constable, another film by Chih-Hung Kwei, and I was immediately struck by the immense directorial talent he brings to the screen. His work stands out for its atmospheric mastery and bold visual direction, transforming violent scenes into striking, elegant tableaux. After this first impression, I felt naturally drawn to explore more of this Hong Kong horror master’s filmography. My next choice was Corpse Mania, a film that blends horror and suspense…
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Caligula: The Ultimate Cut 2023
Caligula: Ultimate Cut offers a reimagined and reevaluated take on the infamous 1979 cult film. This version seeks to rehabilitate the work while preserving its transgressive spirit. Known for its scandalous reputation, the film blends Roman decadence, explicit scenes, and bold artistic vision. However, in this "Ultimate Cut," there’s an attempt to restore meaning and coherence to the original chaos, making it both fascinating and unsettling.
What stood out in this version is the narrative restructuring, which gives more clarity…
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