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  Serpent's Path 1998

  ★★★½ Watched 22 Mar 2025

  The better of the two movies surely (both good in their own right). Again, there are many questions left unanswered. The slow descent into madness as one of the protagonists searches for a way to mend his heart after having his daughter's life taken, knowing that revenge won't satisfy (especially given the "right guy this time" factor). Two contradicting personalities with the two protagonists differing wildly, one methodical and controlled, while the other emotionally bent on seeking revenge. The Serpent's Path here is clear.

  Also another great poster! I'm excited to explore Kurosawa's work more, and this duology was a great introduction.

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  Eyes of the Spider 1998

  ★★★½ Watched 21 Mar 2025

  You're supposed to watch Serpent’s Path first — but of course, I randomly stumbled upon this one first. It’s captivating in a strangely mundane way: a regular office worker who’s already killed the man who murdered his daughter is now left aimless and without purpose. Feeling empty and unanchored, he naturally ends up in the underworld.

  The movie leaves me with plenty of questions — but I’m okay with that. The film’s violence is gripping, especially as it's intercut with…

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  Anora 2024

  ★★★½ Watched 13 Jan 2025

  was excited to watch but pacing slows too much ending still good tho

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  Aloners 2021

  ★★★★ Watched 26 Nov 2024

  so well done. constant avoidance through escapism while self-isolating, but telling yourself you're okay with being alone is unfortunately a sad reality. we need connections and community - shared experiences with people you enjoy are infinitely more fulfilling than doing things alone.

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