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 Iiris Vesik’s singing, characterized by very high pitches and capable of reaching extremely high octaves without being annoyingly affected but instead marked by an extraordinary flair and versatility.

 Download Spirit begins with Fever Dream Kids, a generational anthem that has all the credentials to become an instant classic.

Night Tapes, led by Estonian singer Iiris Vesik, crafts ethereal and richly textured dreampop fused with shoegaze and electronic elements. Their EP Download Spirit showcases Vesik's impressive vocal range and an innovative mix of genres. From atmospheric soundscapes to hypnotic melodies, the band's work is mature and evocative. The review highlights their evolution and growing potential in the post-Beach House dreampop scene. Discover Night Tapes' hauntingly beautiful Download Spirit and immerse yourself in a dreamlike fusion of shoegaze and electronic dreampop.

 Lizzie Fitzpatrick’s voice eschews the typical spoken style to set on a highly melodic register, soaring into virtuosic warbles.

 'Gaslight' is emblematic of a skillfully calibrated alchemy between scratchy riffs and heartfelt howls leading to dark metropolitan desolation.

Bitch Falcon’s debut album 'Staring at Clocks' from Dublin delivers a unique blend of post-punk, dream-pop, and 90s grunge influences. Lizzie Fitzpatrick’s vocal range mixes melodic and riot grrrl intensity, while the band skillfully balances powerful basslines with atmospheric textures. Tracks like 'Gaslight' and 'Staring at Clocks' showcase dynamic contrasts and emotional depth. Though not fully reaching the stature of genre-defining acts, the band demonstrates a distinctive style and promising potential in the evolving rock scene. Discover the vibrant energy and dream grunge textures of Bitch Falcon’s debut—listen to 'Staring at Clocks' now!

 The film’s form continually points to a substance, and it does so in the smartest way possible, but that substance ultimately reveals itself as thin and simplistic.

 Amer is a unique and inimitable aesthetic experience in which the experimentalism of form does not overpower but rather invigorates the content.

Amer by Hélène Cattet and Bruno Forzani is an uncompromising and radical film that blends stylistic form with psychosexual themes. The film explores a young woman's emotional and erotic development in three fragmented acts, heavily influenced by 1970s Italian giallo and avant-garde surrealism. While the narrative content is minimal and sometimes simplistic, the visual and aesthetic experimentation shines as the film’s true strength. Its vivid use of color, sound, and editing create a unique, hallucinatory experience, making Amer a standout experimental cinematic work. Dive into the vivid, surreal world of Amer and experience a daring fusion of style and psychosexual storytelling.

 Every frame exudes cinephile erudition and a love for the cinema of the past.

 Crimson Peak enchants and engages purely for its aesthetic value.

Guillermo del Toro’s Crimson Peak is a visually breathtaking film steeped in Gothic literary and cinematic references. While its screenplay and plot show weaknesses such as predictable twists and character flaws, the film excels in atmosphere, design, and aesthetic detail. The cast brings charisma to otherwise underdeveloped characters, supporting a film that enchants more through style than storytelling. Discover the haunting beauty of Crimson Peak—watch now to experience Del Toro’s Gothic vision!

 The viewing of La Ville des Pirates is an experience with few equals in the cinematic field and is imprinted in memory with the power and nebulous clarity of dreamlike matter that survives wakefulness.

 Raúl Ruiz signs an imposing and infinitely complex work, a 'centerless labyrinth' capable of disorienting and profoundly unsettling the viewer, a cerebral waking dream that actually conceals a very clear philosophical reflection.

Raúl Ruiz’s City of Pirates is a mesmerizing and enigmatic film that channels surrealism through dreamlike imagery, complex symbolism, and intricate storytelling. The film intertwines historical, mythological, and literary references within a melancholic atmosphere of cyclical time and eternal return. With innovative cinematography and sound design, it challenges conventional narrative while offering a profound philosophical reflection. This work confirms Ruiz's place as a visionary auteur in experimental cinema. Dive into Raúl Ruiz’s surreal City of Pirates—watch the hypnotic visual journey and unravel its dreamlike mysteries today!

 The sound universe in which the debut of SISU moves is as far as one can imagine from the reverb-soaked garage-pop characteristic of the Dum Dum Girls’ sixties brand.

 Despite the structural simplicity and the search for melody that unite its ten tracks, Sandra Vu’s debut thus presents itself as a fresh and personal work.

SISU’s Blood Tears surprises with a distinct darkwave and synthpop sound that separates it from Sandra Vu's work in Dum Dum Girls. The album explores brooding electronic atmospheres and hypnotic rhythms. Despite pop accessibility, it delivers depth through experimental touches and rich synth layers. It's a fresh and personal debut, praised as more successful than Vu’s prior drumming roles. Discover the hypnotic darkwave sound of SISU's Blood Tears—listen now and explore Sandra Vu’s atmospheric debut!

 Possession by Andrzej Zulawski is one of those dark pearls of world cinema unjustly unknown or forgotten by many, a true jewel with constantly changing reflections.

 Goodness is nothing but a mere reflection on Evil, in the futile attempt to understand and remedy it, when instead Evil itself becomes addiction, an urgent need, a necessity without which existence is impossible.

Andrzej Zulawski’s Possession is a dark, complex masterpiece blending horror, drama, and surrealism to explore faith, evil, and human existence. Set in bleak East Berlin, Isabelle Adjani delivers a haunting, fragile performance. The film’s intense imagery, visionary style, and rich symbolism create a deeply affecting and multifaceted experience. Though some supporting scenes feel excessive, the film’s brilliance and philosophical depth remain undeniable. Discover the haunting depths of Possession—watch the visionary film that redefines horror and drama today.

 The attempt (successfully achieved, as in few other cases) to capture the mysterious sonic alchemy at the core of the shoegaze masterpiece Loveless by My Bloody Valentine is evident.

 There is also solid songwriting and exceptional sound quality to consider.

Cheatahs' self-titled debut album revisits the shoegaze genre with a faithful yet fresh approach, combining textured guitar layers, dynamic song structures, and quality production. While not groundbreaking in originality, the band successfully captures the essence of 90s shoegaze, drawing clear influences from My Bloody Valentine and Ride. Their integration of noise rock adds an engaging edge, setting them apart from mere imitation. Overall, the album stands out as a strong addition to the modern shoegaze revival. Dive into the sonic textures of Cheatahs’ debut and experience a rich revival of classic shoegaze today!

 Kotoko is indeed a film that manages to combine the most opposite emotional polarities within its images: tenderness and despair, joy and sorrow, sweetness and horror.

 Kotoko tells the story of despair, the banal and terrible despair of simply existing.

Kotoko, directed by Shinya Tsukamoto, masterfully explores the fractured psyche of a troubled mother battling inner demons through stark contrasts in style and emotion. The film shifts between moments of beauty and visceral horror, offering a mature and profound meditation on despair and existence. Tsukamoto’s refined language departs from his earlier body-horror works to delve into intense, internalized suffering. The story culminates in an emotionally devastating climax examining motherhood’s weight and madness. This film stands out as a compelling study of the mind’s fragile boundaries. Explore the disturbing beauty of Kotoko – watch now to experience Tsukamoto’s profound journey into the mind’s darkest depths.

 Those who do not appreciate a film of this kind are not because they did not understand it, but because they did not feel it.

 Mulholland Drive truly represents the peak, a perfect balance between anchoring to a solid narrative and the marvelous surrealism of the language.

Mulholland Drive is celebrated as a masterpiece and the pinnacle of David Lynch’s filmography. The review praises its stunning blend of coherent narrative and surreal dream logic, highlighting the film’s emotional depth and meticulous craftsmanship. It explores themes like reality versus fiction and employs rich psychoanalytic symbolism. Ultimately, it’s seen as a film of rare beauty and powerful emotional impact. Dive into the surreal world of Mulholland Drive—experience Lynch’s masterful blend of dream and reality today!