The Long, Problematic History Of Rape Scenes In Film
WEBOct 26, 2017 · This scene contributes to the loaded history of films predominantly written and directed by men which depict rape as a spectacle. These sensational scenes reduce one of our society’s most horrifying realities to shock fodder. In “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” Fincher prioritizes Bjurman’s abhorrent ecstasy over Lisbeth’s survival.
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WEB15+ October Films To Watch: ‘Joker: Folie à Deux,’ ‘We Live In Time,’ ‘Anora’ & More. As we enter October, there’s an onslaught of new films to anticipate. Following the busy September festival schedule, October offers plenty …
‘Last Summer’ Trailer: Catherine Breillat Tackles Sexual Taboos In ...
WEBJul 18, 2023 · Here’s the synopsis from Cannes: ‘Last Summer’ follows Anne, a brilliant lawyer who lives with her husband Pierre and their daughters. Anne gradually engages in a passionate relationship with Theo, Pierre’s son from a previous marriage, putting her career and family life in danger. Our review from Cannes reads, “The bourgeois family ...
'See For Me' Trailer: A Young Blind Woman Is Forced To Contend …
WEBDec 2, 2021 · With the help of a person on her smartphone, a young blind woman fights back against a home invasion in "See For Me."
25 Essential Films About Corrupt Cops & Police Brutality - The …
WEBJun 25, 2020 · READ MORE: 22 Films About Rebellion, Protests & Civil Unrest. “ Bad Lieutenant ” (1992) It’s telling that the most loathsome character in the entirety of Abel Ferrara’s filmography also happens to be a police officer. This lieutenant isn’t just bad: he’s despicable, given to smoking crack, shooting heroin, berating his children ...
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WEBBen Foster, Merritt Wever, Katy O’Brian & More Join Sydney Sweeney In David Michôd’s Upcoming Boxing Film. Charles Barfield. October 1, 2024 12:50 pm. News. It’s hard to believe that it’s been five years since the release of David Michôd’s most recent film, “The King.”. He was on such a roll, releasing films at a steady clip ...
‘The Terminal List’ Review: Chris Pratt Stars In A Lethally Dull ...
WEBJun 27, 2022 · One of the most popular novels from the Naval Special Warfare vet was the 2018 thriller “The Terminal List,” now an 8-episode series starring Chris Pratt and Constance Wu. Dragging a 400-page paperback out to eight hours proves, well, terminal for a series that has more problems than just bloat. The self-seriousness that hooks a …
Supercut Of Scandalous Footage From Pre-Code Cinema - The …
WEBJun 17, 2016 · Supercut Of Scandalous Footage From Pre-Code Cinema. Samantha Vacca. June 17, 2016 3:59 pm. News. Sex sells. And that goes for all forms it comes in: music, fine art, and cinema. Nowadays, even incest doesn’t seem to shock us too much (looking at you, “ Game of Thrones “), but there was a time when even showing a bare midriff was ...
'Conclave' Review: Ralph Fiennes Smolders In Slow Burn Vatican …
WEBAug 31, 2024 · The film begins with the unexpected passing of a Pope. The dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes), has to effectively manage the centuries-old tradition of selecting a new spiritual leader for the church. Lawrence is trying to remain above the fray and neutral as the campaigning among the Cardinals for …
Peter Falk: The Essential Films & Performances - The Playlist
WEBJun 23, 2021 · Falk plays Nick’s infinite complexities with phenomenal nuance, somehow simultaneously conveying love, concern, amusement, embarrassment, and desperation as he gazes at Rowlands across the dinner table. A remarkable performance, befitting a remarkable film. Peter Falk died ten years ago today, and he remains as adored as ever.