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VIRGIN STRIPPED BARE BY HER BACHELORS: Revisiting Hong Sang-soo’s Third Feature
VIRGIN STRIPPED BARE BY HER BACHELORS: Revisiting Hong Sang-soo’s Third Feature

Hong Sang-soo’s third feature, “Virgin Stripped Bare by Her Bachelors,” was also his last film to be made from a full script.

Navigating Toxicity In Don Palathara's Relationship Dramas
Navigating Toxicity In Don Palathara’s Relationship Dramas

Don Palathara is an astute observer of our species. From his first feature film, he has been placing the varying hues of human nature before us.

Venice Film Festival 2021: TRUE THINGS
Venice Film Festival 2021: TRUE THINGS

Rafaela Sales Ross’ coverage of the 2021 Venice Film Festival commences with a look at Harry Wootliff’s True Things.

THE POWER OF KANGWON PROVINCE A Sophmore Effort that Solidifies Hong Sang-soo's Signature Style
THE POWER OF KANGWON PROVINCE: A Sophomore Effort that Solidifies Hong Sang-soo’s Signature Style

In rapid succession over the past couple of years, the cinema of Hong Sang-soo has…

FIRST COW: Capitalism and its Gatekeepers
FIRST COW: Capitalism & Its Gatekeepers

Reichardt once again displays her generous understanding of life on the margins, and the implicit need to create relationships in harsh lands.

LORELEI: A “For Better Or For Worse” Love Story

Quite beautifully, Lorelei turns this redemption tale into one of the sweetest on-screen portrayals of fatherhood.

CLEMENTINE: It's More About How You Get There Than the Destination
CLEMENTINE: It’s More About How You Get There Than the Destination

Brilliantly crafted, Clementine will speak to a variety of audiences, giving messages of not only understanding, but hope.

Doomed Romance: The Beauty of Unsuccessful Relationships in Cinema
Doomed Romance: The Beauty Of Unsuccessful Relationships In Cinema

Why is there an ironic romanticism around doomed romance? What is the reason for this redefining shift within the genre?

TERRACE HOUSE PART THREE
TERRACE HOUSE TOKYO 2019-2020 PART 3: Hearts Bent, Boundaries Broken

In Part Three of Terrace House Tokyo, there are twelve different people living in the house throughout the twelve episodes, and there is just too much content to focus on.

TERRACE HOUSE TOKYO 2019-2020 PART ONE: A Pleasant Japanese Journey With A Few Surprises

So far, this season of Terrace House Tokyo has had a mixed bag, and it really doesn’t seem like anyone is close to accomplishing their stated goals.

PRIVATE LIFE: A Bittersweet Portrait Of A Couple’s Pursuit Of Parenthood
PRIVATE LIFE: A Bittersweet Portrait Of A Couple’s Pursuit Of Parenthood

Private Life is a beautifully crafted study of two people who struggle to relinquish their desire to control and plan every element of their life.

THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME: Mila Kunis & Kate McKinnon Save The World
THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME: Mila Kunis & Kate McKinnon Save The World

There’s certainly fun to be had with this deeply silly slice of R-rated raunchiness, yet The Spy Who Dumped Me struggles to balance its crass brand of humor with shocking bursts of carnage.

FIREWORKS: Nice Animation Can’t Save A Familiar Story
FIREWORKS: Nice Animation Can’t Save A Familiar Story

Fireworks is both stunningly animated, and stunningly disappointing, hampered by a predictable love story that is neither compelling or insightful.

LUST STORIES: An Exploration of Feminism, Sex, and Gender Roles in India
LUST STORIES: An Exploration Of Feminism, Sex & Gender Roles In India

While fairytale romances feature in tons of Bollywood films, Lust Stories gives insight into the modern Indian woman and the role she plays.

AN OVERSIMPLIFICATION OF HER BEAUTY: The Power Of Metacinematic Poetry
AN OVERSIMPLIFICATION OF HER BEAUTY: The Power Of Metacinematic Poetry

An Oversimplification of Her Beauty is a solid stroke of inventive creativity and artistic integrity, all buttressed by a profound love and understanding of film.