Films/DVD Asylum

"35 Shots of Rum" - another delight from Claire Denis

76.99.186.92

Victor Khomenko

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Denis is most definitely one of the best modern directors, and she drives that message hard with 35 Shots, which builds upon her other masterworks (Friday Night jumps to mind most immediately) and provides an even deeper and more poignant psychological study.

She dispenses with most external elements, leaving just enough to place her heroes in time and location - concentrating instead on what is truly important - their inner worlds.

The film is insightful, melancholic, and very serious at the same time. Done in the best tradition of the finest European cinema, something that is largely gone today.

Highly recommended.

Follow Ups:

I fell into this movie quite easily, very subtle and fluid direction - PhilJ 20:05:31 04/24/10 (0)
with beautiful cinematography and music. It is amazing how many great films there are if you can find them.

I also like the full screen mode it uses. It is easier to watch and enjoy. I see no need for widescreen unless it is Ben Hur or Kurosawa or some other grand event...
Phil
Thanks, I missed my Netflix update; I'll soon have it. Now, have you seen - tinear 08:24:59 04/23/10 (3)
"Beau Travail?" I think it's her best. "I Can't Sleep" is disturbing and a gut-shot to bourgeois society. Of course, "Chocolat" brought her fame in her first film; I need to revisit.
Which brings me to, "The Intruder." Worth it just for the actor portraying the older guy with a serious health problem. This film is VERY ambitious, perhaps too much so, and it jumps all over the map literally and plot-wise. Still, you're captivated by the story and the intelligence and skill of the film maker.
- Of course... we discussed it here long ago. Agree, one of her best, for sursky - Victor Khomenko 10:06:15 04/23/10 (2)
  Among her other works I particularly loved the Friday Night.
  - Okay, I'll add it if you add, "The Intruder" to yours. :-) nt - tinear 19:31:47 04/23/10 (1)
    fsd
    - I did. nt - Victor Khomenko 17:43:34 04/24/10 (0)
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Good to hear! I just got my copy from Netflix and will post my two cents later - PhilJ 07:39:55 04/23/10 (0)
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Phil

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