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La otra conquista (1998)
First of its kind
As a fan of historical movies, as well as the cultural evolution of societies, past and present, this film hit the spot for me. It is truly an artistic movie, so do not go expecting any typical Hollywood-esquire take on a historical event. This is a creative film that manages to look and feel beautiful without letting go of historical accuracy. Beyond the meticulous camera movements and powerfully placed musical compositions (two things that are of great importance to me), the deeper meaning of this movie is easy to relate to, despite your culture or the history of your own society. This, I believe, is the most unique and compelling quality of this film. The ability to create a film that is this beautifully shot and has the capability of speaking to a majority of the population on an intimate level is spectacular.
Idi i smotri (1985)
A movie that breathes....
See this movie! It's fantastic. From the haunting soundtrack to the enigmatic characters, it is definitely worth your time, whether you are a war movie fan or not. This film breathes with a fierce realism that is unparalleled in most war movies. I am so impressed by the portrayal of a time in history that has always been so interesting to me. The camera movements achieved in this film are excellently executed and fitted to the emotional content within each scene. Going through the journey with the protagonist will leave you with a feeling of devastation, horror, and disbelief. There are numerous scenes in this film that will always stay with me and remind me of how simplicity is often the best way to approach a movie.
Le fantôme de la liberté (1974)
Keep an open mind...
I find that more so than not, people (at least myself) try to find deeper meanings and messages in movies. Films that make you feel, think, and believe in whatever message it is conveying. Well, this film is not like most films I choose to watch. However, I appreciated it more once I let go of my expectations and allowed myself to just watch and be entertained for a while. The scenes are conjoined in an extremely clever fashion, leaving you wanting more and more. A continually satisfying feeling runs throughout the film, with one interesting situation following another. It is unusually funny and a masterpiece in the spectrum of surrealism. I recommend having some wine, getting comfortable, and keeping an open mind while watching this film.