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Citizen K 2019
Citizen K (2019), directed by Alex Gibney, dives into post-Soviet Russia, focusing on Mikhail Khodorkovsky, once among Russia's most powerful oligarchs and now a vocal critic of the Kremlin from exile. This documentary is not merely a biography of Khodorkovsky but rather utilizes his story as a window into the broader narrative of Russia's transition from communism to a form of gangster capitalism, questioning the compatibility of capitalism and democracy along the way.
Khodorkovsky's quote, "I am far from an…
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The Banshees of Inisherin 2022
I watched The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) on Sunday. It's a decent film but it didn't quite meet my expectations. The performances are a highlight, with actors delivering strong and engaging roles. Visually, the film is attractive, beautifully capturing the essence of its setting.
The plot aims to blend dark humour with more serious, thought-provoking themes. However, this mix sometimes feels off, as if it's trying too hard to be both profound and amusing but doesn't fully succeed.
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Stop-Zemlia 2021
Stop-Zemlia (2021) portrays the modern-day adolescent journey, drastically different from past generations but resonated strongly with me as I navigated similar life phases. It delves into the complexities of youthful experiences, exploring friendship, self-discovery, anxieties, solitude, and the intricacies of love.
It cleverly adopts a documentary-like style, infusing the narrative with a great level of authenticity and realism. Coupled with a compelling script, it delivers a profound narrative. The soundtrack is very tender and fits the film perfectly. The colour…
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The Whale 2022
I'm a big Aronofsky fan, so I had big expectations for The Whale (2022). It felt like a play... and that was a big turn-off. Also, the film fails to thoroughly examine its main character and instead indulges in superficial excess, resulting in a reduction of the character's flaws to mere bodily functions. Despite addressing how certain well-meaning acts of love can be harmful, the film's insincere efforts to demonstrate empathy end up having a dehumanizing effect.
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