Older characters can often be cliched in films: cranky and sentimental for the old times, almost inviting sympathy from audiences. Not in Rodicas. The two octagenarians don’t have time to… [Continue Reading]
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From Thelma and Louise to Napoleon and Pedro, friendships have often been the motor that keeps a film moving. Rodica and Rodica are another example of what an impact friendships… [Continue Reading]
In a film environment defined by fast pace, quick cuts, compulsive dialogue and music prompting our emotional responses, Ida’s stillness comes almost as a shock. Apart from the last two… [Continue Reading]
I predict that by the time you will finish reading this post, you will want to know more about Pawel Pawlikowski and see all his films. My own research led… [Continue Reading]
Ida has been described as a masterpiece, made it on the BBC list of the 21st century greatest films, and won the first Oscar for a Polish film. Only a… [Continue Reading]