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 It’s striking how Tiresias’ message and subsequent action remain revolutionary and disruptive toward modern society.

 What still strikes me today is the effective representation of that atrocious indifference manifested by so many people in the face of blatant atrocities.

Liliana Cavani’s early film The Cannibals (1969) is a powerful, politically charged adaptation of Sophocles’ Antigone set in a repressive, dystopian Milan. The film explores themes of institutional violence, youth rebellion, and societal indifference, drawing strong parallels to contemporary issues. Despite some flaws, its revolutionary spirit and symbolic imagery remain deeply relevant. The review highlights its significance beyond Cavani's more famous works and encourages rediscovery. Watch The Cannibals to experience a bold political allegory that challenges indifference and celebrates rebellion.

 I don’t like reality anymore, reality is poor.

 With È stata la mano di Dio he has surpassed himself and signed his best film. Congratulations Paolo!

È stata la mano di Dio is Paolo Sorrentino’s deeply personal and visionary film reflecting his teenage years in Naples during the mid-80s. It tells the tragic and transformative story of Fabietto, a young football fan who faces a devastating loss and matures amidst a rich cultural backdrop. The film blends captivating characters, emotional depth, and visual enchantment, ultimately marking the best work of Sorrentino’s career so far. The reviewer praises both the intense narrative and remarkable performances, especially by Filippo Scotti and Toni Servillo. Watch È stata la mano di Dio to experience Paolo Sorrentino's powerful and emotional masterpiece from 1980s Naples.

 Not giving due attention to a film like "Taking Off" is, in my opinion, a real shame, especially if revisiting it today highlights a certain freshness in describing the confusion that pervaded American society.

 With a light and ironic tone, Forman confirms himself as a keen observer of social mechanisms.

Taking Off is a cleverly ironic film by Milos Forman that captures the generational confusion of early 1970s America. Through a story about parents searching for their runaway daughter, it highlights the challenges and misunderstandings between conservative bourgeois society and rebellious youth. The film’s social observations remain fresh and relevant, aided by Forman’s keen directing and subtle humor. It is a valuable revisit to a lesser-known but significant work in Forman’s career. Explore Milos Forman's Taking Off and experience a fresh, witty glimpse of 1970s youth and society.

 Where the armchair ends, life begins.

 The journey itself is more important than reaching the mythical destination.

Barbet Schroeder's 1972 film La Vallée is a compelling exploration of travel, self-discovery, and 1970s counterculture. The story follows Viviane, a Parisian woman, as she joins French hippies on a quest to find a mythical valley in New Guinea. The film highlights the importance of the journey itself over the destination, blending themes of natural harmony, cultural contrasts, and personal transformation. Despite its limited initial distribution, La Vallée remains a significant work, also known for its Pink Floyd soundtrack. Discover the cult classic La Vallée and experience a timeless journey of self-discovery and 1970s counterculture — watch now and explore the unseen.

 "A love supreme" creates an atmosphere of intense spirituality and meditative concentration, with a hypnotic mantra-like effect.

 This record of refined fusion might have puzzled both Latin rock fans and jazz purists but today stands as a true sonic delight.

The review highlights 'Love Devotion Surrender' as an underrated masterpiece blending jazz and rock with spiritual influences from guru Sri Chinmoy. This collaboration between guitar legends Carlos Santana and John McLaughlin offers hypnotic meditative soundscapes and virtuosic performances. Initially misunderstood, the album is now appreciated as a refined fusion work that challenges genre purists. Its mix of jazz classics by John Coltrane and original compositions delivers an intoxicating listening experience enriched by skilled musicianship. Listen to 'Love Devotion Surrender' to experience a masterful blend of jazz, rock, and spirituality.

 "I had imagined this trip as a quest... I wanted to burn bridges, burn formulas, and if I burned myself as well, that was fine."

 "The director has no moralistic intentions, simply recording the facts for what they are, as a detached observer conducting a normal scientific examination."

The review analyzes Barbet Schroeder's 1969 debut film More as a raw, revealing portrayal of drug addiction and doomed love during the 60s counterculture. It highlights the film's unique position as both a product of its time and a detached observation of destructive behaviors. The soundtrack by Pink Floyd adds to the haunting atmosphere, while the story's tragic arc offers deeper reflections on freedom and self-destruction. Despite niche appeal, the film remains a poignant cultural artifact. Watch Barbet Schroeder's 'More' for a gripping dive into 60s drug culture and tragic love—experience this cult classic now!

 Jack Nicholson shows skill in outlining the unpredictable and convoluted psychology of the main characters of the film.

 The impression is that of having in front of us a decidedly chaotic film, somewhat a mirror of those difficult years mentioned earlier.

Yellow 33 (Drive, He Said), Jack Nicholson’s 1971 directorial debut, presents a turbulent story of two college students amid America’s political unrest. The film captures both wild youth and radical activism during the Vietnam War era. Despite mixed initial reception and structural chaos, Nicholson skillfully portrays troubled psychology reflecting the era’s social conflicts. Today, the film offers a dated yet insightful glimpse into 70s campus and political tensions. Discover the raw energy and political tension of Yellow 33—watch Jack Nicholson’s bold directorial debut and explore 70s campus unrest now!

 Truffaut presents the young man nevertheless in a light of understanding and sympathy, almost to emphasize the sclerotic and rigid nature of the work world.

 In hindsight, Stolen Kisses can be considered a work imbued not only with a certain spirit of that time but also a kind of farewell to both a particular historical season and an unrepeatable age of life such as carefree youth.

This review reassesses François Truffaut’s 1968 film Stolen Kisses, once harshly criticized but now seen as a nuanced portrayal of youth facing societal pressures. The film follows Antoine Doinel navigating life and love amid the backdrop of 1960s France and the May 1968 protests. Truffaut’s subtle reference to ongoing political unrest enriches the narrative’s depth. Ultimately, the film serves as a nostalgic farewell to youthful idealism and a reflection on the inevitable absorption into adult routine. Discover the charm of Stolen Kisses—watch Truffaut’s classic and explore the bittersweet journey of youth and change.

 Godard manages to represent the unbridgeable gap between two people who, although in love with each other, cannot be in full harmony and are condemned to incommunicability.

 In one word: emotion.

This review praises Jean-Luc Godard’s 1965 film Pierrot le Fou for its anarchic atmosphere and emotional depth. The film follows Ferdinand and Marianne's rebellious romance set against bourgeois life and features innovative techniques typical of Godard. It highlights the film’s philosophical contrasts and its status as a landmark in French New Wave cinema. Despite censorship challenges, Pierrot le Fou remains a vibrant and influential classic. Watch Pierrot le Fou and experience the wild, emotional ride of Godard’s cinematic revolution.

 Such a film could appear, to the average Italian viewer of the time, a bit baffling and unfortunately muddled due to the producers' interference, driven by vile mercantile reasons.

 Rewatching Petri’s "The 10th Victim" is quite impressive. The intrusiveness of the media and of many reality shows is a widespread and entrenched phenomenon.

The review revisits Elio Petri's lesser-known 1965 film The 10th Victim, highlighting its anticipatory and dystopian vision of society. Featuring Ursula Andress and Marcello Mastroianni, the film addresses themes of violence, media intrusion, and the commodification of life. Despite producer-imposed plot compromises, the film’s relevance endures, especially in light of modern reality TV and societal trends. It stands as a significant, though underappreciated, work in Italian cinema. Discover Elio Petri's visionary sci-fi classic The 10th Victim and explore its bold critique of society and media today.