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Experts (1989, Dave Thomas)
There's something quaintly charming about this cold-war comedy which must've seemed anachronistic in the year of its release. In Russia, KGB spies are trained in a 'typical' American town which hasn’t changed since the 50s, so they trick 2 New Yorkers
Recommend 4 films directed by women.
In the Cut - Jane Campion
Mustang - Deniz Gamze Erguven
We Need to Talk About Kevin - Lynne Ramsay
Shoes - Lois Weber https://t.co/ly5LbHqLZH
Queen of Earth (2015) w/d. Alex Ross Perry
A powerhouse turn by #ElisabethMoss as the emotionally fragile Catherine is at the centre of this 3-hander. Her friendship with Virginia (Katherine Waterston) is put to the test, exacerbated by presence of V's boyfriend (Patrick Fugit).
Been a busy week talking about #AngLee linked to the publication of my book for @AuroraMetro: online talk for @WCCLibraries on Wednesday, & recording two podcasts: @Cinematologists & @podfuzz. Next talk: March for @citylit https://t.co/QE99gVQLNU
Le Mepris (1963) d. #JeanLucGodard. Both a love letter to & a critique of the film biz. American producer Prokosch (Jack Palance) has hired legendary director Fritz Lang (as himself) for his latest. But Prokosch seems more interested in his screenwriter's wife (Brigette Bardot).
As I sadly not able to see a film @NewParkCinema this afternoon as part of @FrFilmFestUK, I'm having my own French Film Festival at home. First up Le Mepris...
System Crasher (2019) d Nora Fingscheidt
OMG! This film, abt out-of-control 9yo Benni (Helena Zengel) navigating the care system, was one of the most distressing/stressful film-watches I’ve experienced. So good/tragic. Zengel’s performance powerful/heartbreaking. #FemmeFilmFest20
@marcuskelson Bright Star which has already had a load of mentions. Also Lilting and Mary Poppins Returns.