Veteran director Marco Bellochio, decades into his career, is still grappling with questions of existentialism: building a sense of order in a world of disorder, through one’s own moral code and logic, however twisted.
Sole (2019)
Sole has a cold, detached feel which fits its somber narrative, though its overall joyless nature makes it a difficult film to engage and connect with.
Martin Eden (2019)
Martin Eden’s new interpretation set in early 20th century Italy feels a perfect fit for a tale of optimism, promise, and eventual self-destruction.
Che successe? Dec. 29, 2019 – Jan. 04, 2020
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Croce e delizia (2019)
Croce e delizia is a warmly charming, and often moving, look at how family dynamics may change but love and compassion will always be at the heart.
Fellini 100 Tracker
I’m a little too excited about Fellini 100, the retrospective tour featuring restorations of the classic films of Federico Fellini,… Read more Fellini 100 Tracker
Che successe? Dec. 22-28, 2019
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Che successe? Dec. 15-21, 2019
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Che successe? Dec. 08-14, 2019
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Che successe? Dec. 01-07, 2019
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