My 2012 Cambridge Film Festival experience began on a real high this September when I saw ABOUT ELLY. I recently saw this Iranian film a second time and it made an even bigger impression. Director Asghar Farhadi is better known for his more recent film A SEPARATION, which won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language … Continue reading About Elly
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The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie…
Bunuel's classic 1972 film has been re-released, and comes to the Arts Picturehouse in Cambridge this week. Having recently re-watched it on DVD, I found it as strange and compelling as ever; it doesn't seem to lose its potency, if anything I find it more intriguing as I get older. Even though on the surface … Continue reading The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie…
Oh, yes, the Oscars…
That there is a category for Foreign Language Film tells you everything you need to know about the Oscars. Still, a few things about this year's cinematic fashion show have managed to get past my old codger's cynicism... I'm pleased that The Artist and Hugo have done well. I love the former and I hear … Continue reading Oh, yes, the Oscars…
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