Stronko Banned

 A film about fundamentally lonely people desperately searching for any substitute of pleasure, however fleeting and intense.

 The desire for love or affection should not justify or override everything and everyone.

Shortbus is a provocative 2006 indie film by J.C. Mitchell exploring complex themes of sexuality, loneliness, and societal norms through a diverse group of New Yorkers. The film mixes soft-porn elements with socio-political commentary and poetic moments. While praised for its courage and originality, it suffers from excessive preaching, caricatured characters, and redundant scenes. The review appreciates its daring approach but questions its vision of normalization and excess. Discover the bold and complex world of Shortbus – watch, reflect, and explore its provocative take on love and identity.

 "Pick a card. You can keep it, I have 51 more."

 "These plans are very simple, even a fourth-grader would understand them. Find me a fourth-grade child, I don’t understand anything."

Duck Soup stands as the standout film of the Marx Brothers saga, delivering pure comedy free from modern ideological layers. It brilliantly satirizes dictatorship through absurd characters and situations with Groucho Marx leading the charge. The film skillfully combines operetta, musical, and surreal slapstick comedy, offering timeless, inventive humor. Despite some translation nuances, it remains an unmatched classic within comedic cinema. Dive into Duck Soup and experience one of comedy’s greatest classics—watch now and enjoy timeless laughter!

 The title has become synonymous with madness, nonsense, and unpredictability.

 A film that still holds today the charm of pleasant anarchic, transgressive and rogue folly where anything is possible.

Helzapoppin (1941) is a pioneering comedy film that created a new genre of cinematic nonsense with its random gags and anarchic humor. Shot primarily in a manor house, the film presents a chaotic and inventive sequence of sketches. Despite its seemingly disjointed plot about a struggling film production, it became hugely influential, inspiring filmmakers like Federico Fellini and Mel Brooks. Its experimental visual effects and unpredictable style continue to entertain and impress audiences today. Watch Helzapoppin to experience the wild, pioneering comedy that still inspires filmmakers and cracks up audiences decades later!

 There are movies that start almost in silence, gradually winning you over until they unleash moments of true excitement that you can no longer control.

 Fortunately, amidst much ugliness, the History of Humanity has also given us such unique and unforgettable characters as this Ali, who have given a strong ethical imprint and a noble sense to a life lived always to the extreme chasing an ideal of Freedom.

This review praises 'When We Were Kings,' the 1996 documentary by Leon Gast, for its thrilling portrayal of the 1974 boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman. It highlights the film's dual focus on the fight’s sporting excitement and its social-political ramifications. The review admires Ali's charismatic and complex character and the documentary's powerful retelling of an iconic sporting and cultural event. It's described as a moving, timeless film that continues to inspire. Watch 'When We Were Kings' to relive one of boxing's greatest moments and witness Muhammad Ali's heroic legacy come alive.

 "Aesthetic filmmaker and realist filmmaker, Vigo avoids both the pitfalls of aestheticism and those of realism."

 "How to enter the Olympus of the History of Cinema at only 29 years old with only two real films! This is what we call A LEGEND."

Jean Vigo's 1934 film L'Atalante is celebrated as a pioneering cinematic masterpiece that blends realism and aesthetics. The film innovatively uses slow-motion and poetic symbolism to explore the complexities of young love. Despite censorship and initial failure, it has become a legend in film history. Vigo’s vision set a new standard for modern cinema in just two feature films before his untimely death. Explore Jean Vigo's L'Atalante – a poetic masterpiece that changed cinema forever. Watch the legend today!

 It is practically impossible to remain indifferent when watching this film from 1989.

 One of the most distressing films I have ever seen, whose viewing created a true and tangible disturbance that kept me awake for two consecutive nights.

Tetsuo: The Iron Man is a highly disturbing and visionary 1989 cult classic by Shinya Tsukamoto that blends cyberpunk horror with experimental filmmaking. The film’s minimal narrative intensifies a horrifying transformation of a man into a metal cyborg through frenetic black-and-white visuals and intense editing. Its unsettling imagery and hallucinatory sequences leave a lasting impression. This film is suitable only for those prepared for its extreme visual and thematic content. Dive into the unsettling world of Tetsuo: The Iron Man and experience a cult horror masterpiece unlike any other.

 "If Kafka had been born a director, he would have made this film himself."

 The contrast between the events that happen and the sarcastic and ironic representation of them becomes absolutely irresistible, as if it were all part of a dream (or a nightmare) that will eventually dissolve like a soap bubble.

Terry Gilliam's Brazil is a visionary and surreal sci-fi film blending Kafkaesque themes with biting satire and British irony. Released in 1985, it critiques totalitarianism, bureaucracy, and cultural submission through a dreamlike narrative. The film’s unique style and prophetic relevance make it a classic, praised for its creativity and dark humor. It remains a must-watch masterpiece in the genre. Watch Terry Gilliam’s Brazil now and experience a prophetic sci-fi journey full of satire, surrealism, and dark humor.

 Here we are at the Absolute Zero of conventional cinematography but, precisely for this reason, vibrant with intense emotions like few others!

 A film that slowly but surely, is garnering great recognition worldwide ... a lesson in Great Great Cinema.

Touching the Void is a minimalist yet powerful documentary capturing the true survival story of two mountaineers stranded in the Peruvian Andes. Known for its emotional depth and intense atmosphere, the film highlights friendship, courage, and human endurance without typical cinematic gimmicks. Directed by Kevin MacDonald, it impressively evokes the harsh environment as a key element. Praised worldwide, it stands as a must-watch for its cinematic and emotional impact. Watch Kevin MacDonald's Touching the Void and experience a gripping story of survival and friendship like no other.

 "A light is not salvation for everyone. For a mole, it can be fatal."

 "Too much perfection is a mistake."

El Topo by Alejandro Jodorowsky is a surreal and mystical Western film blending religious metaphors, philosophical dialogues, and a unique cinematic style. The movie features a gunslinger's spiritual quest and is divided into two symbolic parts. Rich in hallucinations and profound ideas, it remains a cult classic with deep cultural impact. The reviewer recommends watching it multiple times to uncover new layers. Watch El Topo today to explore Jodorowsky's visionary blend of surrealism and mysticism—an unforgettable cinematic journey awaits!

 Absurd, defiant, sarcastic, nonsensical, sadistic, dirty, trashy, vulgar, irregular, rebellious, hilarious, crazy and… bastard!

 A film ABSOLUTELY Not-Correct but I would even dare to say FINALLY ALIVE, a true force of nature for a cinema increasingly difficult to make and produce.

Larry Charles' Borat is an absurd, rebellious comedy blending surreal humor with sharp societal satire. Sacha Baron Cohen stars in a semi-improvised road movie exposing American virtues and vices through unexpected street encounters. Filmed with hidden cameras, the film's boldness and vulgarity reinvigorated 2006 cinema, achieving massive box office success despite its controversial nature. This film stands out as a vital, adrenaline-fueled work challenging mainstream narrative standards. Watch Borat for an outrageous blend of satire and comedy that redefined irreverent humor—discover its madness today!