PostsCommentsdrax in #hive-166847 • 8 hours agoFilm Review: Young Bess (1953)In 1953, the world public was captivated by the rare spectacle of a young Queen Elizabeth II being coronated. MGM, the Hollywood studio at the peak of its power, skilfully…drax in #hive-166847 • 18 hours agoRetro Film Review: Vampire Clan (2002)Horror films often dwell in the realm of the supernatural, as one of their primary objectives is to alleviate the mundane reality's horrors for viewers. Consequently, many…drax in #hive-166847 • yesterdayRetro Film Review: The Life and Death of Peter Sellers (2004)It is often said that doctors make the worst patients and attorneys make the worst clients. The same sentiment could be applied to actors when they find themselves in the role of…drax in #hive-166847 • 2 days agoRetro Film Review: The Interpreter (2005)Hollywood executives have long been concerned about the rapid rise of anti-Americanism affecting foreign markets - a crucial factor that underpins the financial viability of many…drax in #hive-121744 • 2 days agoFilm Review: Blackmail (1929)Thanks to the series of masterpieces made in 1950s and early 1960s Alfred Hitchcock became recognised as one of the greatest directors of all times. His place in cinema history…drax in #hive-121744 • 2 days agoRetro Film Review: Slipstream (2005)It is increasingly challenging to discover fresh and innovative elements in films revolving around time travel. Slipstream , a 2005 science fiction film directed by Peter van…drax in #hive-121744 • 3 days agoRetro Film Review: The Woodsman (2004)In today's world, particularly in the "Western" sphere, the range of accepted sexual activities continues to expand. The sole exception appears to be paedophilia, which has…drax in #hive-121744 • 3 days agoRetro Film Review: Executive Protection (Livvakterna, 2001)The action genre is arguably one of the last places where audiences can encounter a serious and thoughtful exploration of significant social, economic, and political issues…drax in #hive-121744 • 3 days agoFilm Review: The Big Heat (1953)The film noir genre is inherently dark, but The Big Heat , 1953 film directed by Fritz Lang, takes this darkness to another level, resulting in one of the classics of the…drax in #hive-121744 • 4 days agoRetro Film Review: The Chorus (Les Choristes, 2004)"When in Rome, do as the Romans do" is a principle evidently embraced by many non-American filmmakers aspiring for Oscars. For many of them, the Academy Award represents a…drax in #hive-121744 • 4 days agoRetro Film Review: The Return (Vozvrashcheniye, 2003)The 1990s were not very kind to Russia or Russian cinema. The collapse of Communism brought an end to the state-sponsored film industry and almost entirely removed Russia from…drax in #hive-166847 • 4 days agoRetro Film Review: The Cowboys (1972)Long ago, John Wayne used to embody everything America aspired to be. Nowadays, John Wayne is often seen as representing values America should move away from. However, some of…drax in #hive-121744 • 5 days agoFilm Review: Knights of the Round Table (1953)The 1953 film Knights of the Round Table is a significant piece of Hollywood cinema from the early 1950s, a time when the film industry faced the challenge of television's…drax in #hive-121744 • 5 days agoRetro Film Review: Godsend (2004)The author of this review acknowledges that audiences primarily visit theatres for entertainment, leaving little space for in-depth discussions on significant issues in…drax in #hive-121744 • 5 days agoRetro Film Review: Devour (2005)We live in a fast-changing world, and it is fascinating to observe how popular culture, including millennia-old myths and urban legends, adapts to new technology. An example of…drax in #hive-166847 • 5 days agoRetro Film Review: The Card Player (Il cartaio, 2004)Any groundbreaking filmmaker who remains in business long enough risks seeing their work become mainstream. The same principle could be applied to Dario Argento, the Italian film…drax in #hive-121744 • 6 days agoFilm Review: The New Babylon (Novyy Vavilon, 1929)Dmitry Shostakovich, one of the grand 20th Century composers, owes part of his acclaim to his pioneering work in film music, including late silent works like The New Babylon …drax in #hive-121744 • 6 days agoRetro Film Review: Ken Park (2002)Those who oppose nudity, explicit sexual content, and other forms of graphic film erotica often camouflage their political and philosophical motives behind ostensibly artistic…drax in #hive-166847 • 6 days agoRetro Film Review: Knight Club (2001)Being a bouncer is among the most undervalued professions globally, despite demanding a blend of physical fitness, martial prowess, and psychological and diplomatic acumen that…drax in #hive-166847 • 6 days agoRetro Film Review: Shackles (2005)The author of this review noticed that he was embracing more conservative perspectives over time. One indication of this shift is a diminishing appreciation for liberal Hollywood…
