I had heard about castrati, but now have a greater understanding from the Farinelli blu-ray movie. This is a dramatic version of his life story, rather than
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Marquise Blu-ray – 17th Century Historical Drama
Marquise The 1997 classic French drama/comedy has now been digitally restored, so you’ll want to get the brand new Marquise blu-ray. Naturally, it also includes bonus features to add enhance the original film. I enjoyed the movie, as it transported me back to 17th century France with a believable story, fine acting and beautiful costumes. […]
Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask
Are you familiar with Frantz Fanon? His 20th century work on the issues of colonialism and racism was important then, and still is today.
The Great Silence Blu-ray
Westerns got their popularity here in the US, but this spawned an influx of movies from Italy called spaghetti westerns. The Great Silence is considered by many to be one of the best.
Afterimage Blu-ray + DVD
Afterimage is a captivating historical drama based on the life of famed Polish avant-garde painter Wladyslaw Strzeminski during the rise of Stalinism. Often movies idolize action heroes, but in Afterimage the hero is an artist who is also an amputee. He is strong and willing to stand up for his convictions no matter the cost. I found […]
Moka DVD
Are intense psychological thrillers your kind of movie? Moka is an excellent choice that captivates from start to finish. I loved it! Moka is an award winning independent French film based on a best selling novel by Tatiana de Rosnay. The story and the cinematography work together to keep the audience involved intently as the plot and all […]