Articles for category: Un Certain Regard

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Viet and Nam

“`html Viet and Nam: A Profound Exploration of Love, Loss, and Historical Trauma Viet and Nam: A Profound Exploration of Love, Loss, and Historical Trauma Truong Minh Quý’s Viet and Nam is a cinematic masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of traditional storytelling. Set against the backdrop of Vietnam’s mining industry and interwoven with the lingering ...

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Holy Cow

# Holy Cow: A Cinematic Triumph Exploring Rural Dynamics and Youthful Maturity Louise Courvoisier’s debut feature film, *Holy Cow*, has captured the attention of cinephiles and critics alike following its premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Set against the backdrop of a serene rural landscape, the film is a tender yet profound exploration of ...

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On Becoming a Guinea Fowl

# The Ultimate Guide to Raising Guinea Fowl: Benefits, Challenges, and Best Practices Raising guinea fowl offers a unique and rewarding experience for farmers, homesteaders, and poultry enthusiasts. Known for their natural pest control abilities, low-maintenance care, and unique personalities, these birds have become increasingly popular worldwide. However, successful guinea fowl farming requires a thorough ...

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September Says

# September Says: Ariane Labed’s Bold Adaptation of Daisy Johnson’s *Sisters* Ariane Labed’s debut feature film, **September Says**, has sparked considerable debate among cinephiles and critics alike. Based on Daisy Johnson’s haunting and critically acclaimed novel *Sisters*, the film delves into the dark, tangled relationships within a fractured family. While Labed’s stylistic choices and commitment ...

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The Shameless

# The Shameless: A Tale of Two Cinematic Journeys In the world of cinema, few titles are as intriguing and paradoxical as *The Shameless*. Encompassing two distinct films—one a 2024 social thriller by Bulgarian director Konstantin Bojanov, the other a 2015 South Korean neo-noir by Oh Seung-uk—they both examine the darker corners of human existence, ...

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The Village Next to Paradise

“`html The Village Next to Paradise: A Poignant Family Drama by Mo Harawe The Village Next to Paradise: A Poignant Family Drama by Mo Harawe Few films manage to transport audiences as effortlessly as The Village Next to Paradise, Mo Harawe’s masterful family drama set against the backdrop of a coastal Somali village. Premiering to ...

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Anora

# Sean Baker: Redefining Independent Cinema Sean Baker, a filmmaker celebrated for his raw, humanist storytelling and innovative use of low-budget filmmaking techniques, has redefined the landscape of independent cinema. Known for his ability to delve into the lives of marginalised communities with sensitivity and authenticity, Baker has become a master of turning the ordinary ...

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Megalopolis

# Francis Ford Coppola: A Visionary Director Who Defined Modern Cinema Francis Ford Coppola is a name synonymous with cinematic brilliance, a filmmaker whose work has shaped the contours of modern storytelling. From redefining crime dramas with *The Godfather* trilogy to exploring the human psyche in *Apocalypse Now*, Coppola’s directorial journey is as vast and ...

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Emilia Pérez

# Jacques Audiard: A Master of Modern French Cinema Jacques Audiard is an acclaimed French filmmaker whose work has left an indelible mark on contemporary cinema. Known for his profound storytelling, meticulous character studies, and ability to blend genres seamlessly, Audiard has cemented himself as one of the most important directors in the global film ...