Drama · Film Archive · foreign

After the Wedding (2006)

Some films just live you speechless in the end… “After the Wedding” (“Efter brylluppet”, 2006) is a Danish Drama directed by Susanne Bier, starring the gorgeous and talented Mads Mikkelsen, Sidse Babett Knudsen, and Rolf Lassgård. The film tells the story of Jacob, a man who dedicates his life to teaching orphan children in India.…… Continue reading After the Wedding (2006)

Biography · Drama · Film Archive · foreign

Christiane F.

Christiane F. tells her story of major drug addiction when she was a teenager. growing up in a high concrete building in west Berlin, she was drawn to the wrong crowed of teenage drug abusers. wanting to be like the hip kids, Christiane started hanging out in youth clubs, especially the up and coming “Sound”…… Continue reading Christiane F.

Drama · Film Archive · foreign · Romance

Wings of Desire

it’s raining outside now, and while pondering what film to write about, a perfect decision came to mind. Wings of Desire, a Wim Wenders film. Berlin, 1987. a city overpopulated with people whom loneliness and lack of love is no stranger to them. immortal angels hover above. invisible to the human eye, they’re listening to…… Continue reading Wings of Desire

fantasy · Film Archive · foreign

The City Of Lost Children

  a magnificent creation by my favorite French duo, Marc Caro and Jean-Pierre Jeunet (Delicatessen, Amelie). i seem to be a little out of words for describing this film. i only remember i was a lot younger when i first watched it, and it scared me a little. it puts me in a funny mood.…… Continue reading The City Of Lost Children

Film Archive · foreign

I’m So Excited!

hit play and read the post!   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iwBM_YB1sE   going to the movies is my weekly treat here in New York City. the only thing that makes me feel good and relaxed. well, i think you might have guessed that by now… i went to see this one a while back, actually. i just thought…… Continue reading I’m So Excited!