biopic title: two degrees and not a single original thought in between (or afterwards)
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Yearning 1964
Yearning (1964) is based on a story by Mikio Naruse with the screenplay written by Zenzo Matsuyama. It centres on Reiko, a widow who dedicated her prime years to caring for her deceased husband’s family and managing their sake shop. When his brother returns from Tokyo, he continues his reckless and indulgent lifestyle until he becomes captivated by Reiko. However, his family insists she should marry outside of their clan to alleviate their burdens, which leads to tragic consequences for…
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Charade 1963
— I don't bite, you know, unless it's called for.
Seriously, how do you top that? The Hepburn-Grant flirting makes you swoon, the wardrobe is on point, and the story is bloody brilliant. I'll simply repeat what everyone else says: this is the best Hitchcock film that Hitchcock never made. This is my favourite film — no notes.
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Murder on the Orient Express 1974
— You never smile, madame la princesse?
— My doctor has advised against it.Maybe it has something to do with how you're as bloody bored as we are?
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