“Destiny” by Fritz Lang – Tanatos with a Human Face
“Destiny” by Fritz Lang is a poetic masterpiece that has inspired some of the greatest filmmakers of depth, from Ingmar Bergman to Alfred Hitchcock.
Category: MOVIES – REVIEWS
Best Silent Films – TOP 10
Silent cinema was a remarkable period in the history of film. It mastered the available means to perfection and released true masterpieces. Explore the best silent films now.
“Dunkirk” by Christopher Nolan – War and Disgrace [Review]
“Dunkirk” is a film that feels like a cry of helplessness in the face of the growing horror of the world. It is also a significant work of recent cinema with typically Nolanesque themes.
“Picnic at Hanging Rock” – the Power of Mystery
Peter Weir’s “Picnic at Hanging Rock” is a film that captures the ineffable: the metaphysical depth of human destiny and the sensual connection between man and Nature.
“The Shining” by Stanley Kubrick – Horror Movie of All Time
“The Shining” is one of the greatest horror films in the history of cinema. The combination of Kubrick’s direction, King’s novel and Nicholson’s creation turned out to be masterful.
“The Godfather” – a Masterpiece of Gangster Cinema
“The Godfather” – the trilogy of Mario Puzo and Francis Ford Coppola is one of the most outstanding mafia films. Discovering, brilliantly acted and iconic.
“Gilda” – a Legend of Cinema Noir
“Gilda” is a film that made Rita Hayworth an undisputed sex icon. The convention of noir cinema combined with the exciting beauty of the actress gave a truly electrifying effect.
“The Cranes Are Flying” – a Poetic Masterpiece of Russian Cinema
“The Cranes Are Flying” is one of the most outstanding films of Russian cinematography. It is not only a love story, but also a work of the post-Stalinist thaw.
“Roman Holiday” – Love in Old Decorations
“Roman Holiday” starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck is one of the first and at the same time cult American romantic comedies.
“Elvis” – Born to Play Rock’n’roll [review]
“Elvis,” directed by Baz Luhrmann, is a spectacular analysis of the cultural phenomenon of one of the greatest artists of all time, the king of rock’n’roll – Elvis Presley.
“The Misfits” – the Last Role of Marilyn Monroe
“The Misfits” is a film that is wrapped in a tragic legend. After its realization, the players of the main roles – Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable – died.
“City Lights” – Chaplin’s Tribute to Silent Cinema
“City Lights” is a film-legend. In it Charlie Chaplin showed the fullness of his acting and directing abilities, creating a masterpiece of silent cinema.