A list of 1,000 films compiled on Letterboxd, including Satantango (1994), Antichrist (2009), mother! (2017), Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom (1975) and Werckmeister Harmonies (2000). It is a film of lost knowledge, imagining the stories and ideas destroyed by colonialism. A list of 250 films compiled on Letterboxd, including The Thing (1982), Psycho (1960), Alien (1979), The Shining (1980) and Get Out (2017). Chungking Express is a mood piece filled with yearning and overflowing scenes all about feeling rather than thinking. Araya is cinematic art in its purest form. Greatest Films 76% 201 of 264. What a load of shite. Showgirls could be described as a high budget exploitation flick. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger Patron. Since comedy is his favourite genre, I thought it'd. My favourite 10% of all films I've logged on Letterboxd. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★ A unique and odd film, Dementia is a silent work from the 1950s, playing with mundane surrealism in a way that feels proto-Lynchian. Dangal is the one most important films of the past decade for movie-making economics, as it is the highest grossing Indian film of all time but also because it reshaped the landscape of the Chinese box office. It doubles down on the worst aspects of the garbage original (the totally unfunny humour, the objectification of the female characters, the unappealing military aesthetic) and adds even. ========== I'd love to see your leagues if you set them up, so please share them with me in the comments if you want! My friend John has produced an excellent resource for creating your own. Tagged. It's a film of imagined conversations and ghosts caught in the mind. Sadly, most episodes of the 2005 onwards revival are not on Letterboxd, so I didn't include them. Babel adds up to nothing. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Ossos is a quiet look at people suffering and the compassion they can share. No repeated titles. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The Child of Another is a sparse, often wordless movie, filled with ugly injustice and cruel circumstances. A list of 333 films compiled on Letterboxd, including 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), Stalker (1979), Chungking Express (1994), Satantango (1994) and Blade Runner (1982). Taipei was the centre of a new middle class in a rapidly developed economy. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: American bloodshed. Just to give you an idea of what you might see, here are some of my pumpkins. There isn't even a structure, stuff just happens for over two hours and then the. Full Metal Jacket is the story of how to create killers. ★★★★★ Watched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 24 Oct 2016 4. Yet Eileen. For those who ever revisit it, they forget how darkly comic so much of it seemed at first. We want to feel success and win through the success of others, and if that means turning a blind eye to abuse, that is what we do as a world. Made as a TV movie by the studio's up-and-coming animators, Ocean Waves is a simple film far removed from Miyazaki's fantasy adventures. Following the disintegration of a marriage across years, this is a work about communication and unearthing the underlying unhappiness a couple. It conducts a psychological character study, which makes this all the more. Box Office Mojo. Darren is using Letterboxd to share film reviews and lists with friends. Suggestions welcome. Dracula 3D contains some of the most crude and unconvincing CGI I. Money flows, so death flows. Darren is using Letterboxd to share film reviews and lists with friends. The cinematography, with its frequently out-of-focus backgrounds, is garish and irritating. Manichitrathazhu is a very simple psychological horror movie, playing with a haunted house setup, a ghostly woman, and a bunch of strange happenings. The yucky, forced surgery is an incredible highlight, living up to its iconic and truly grim. Jabison113. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger Patron. Max von Sydow was one of the finest actors to ever emerge from the European festival circuit. This is a film of death, of history, of injustice. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: This film is available on Amazon. Colossal Youth is a stunningly beautiful work. About this list: Pessimistic worldviews. With dad being how he is, and me being me, I wonder if you ever heard it enough. It conducts a psychological character. It's a film of bodies in movement, of great expanses of water, of dances and community. Yet it slowly reveals social anarchy and the everyday fascism of family life. Dracula 3D contains some of the most crude and unconvincing CGI I. I would have called it pretentious wank but it's so empty I don't even think it's trying to say something. ★★★★★ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 30 Oct 2016. Sergio Leone's Duck, You Sucker is the perfect deconstruction of romanticised revolutions. Due to the first two, the film easily won me over. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Landscapes of empty beauty dominate A Touch of Zen. 2001: A Space Odyssey will never be surpassed as a work of wonder and mystery. The film is fiery and violent, with loads of explosions and gunfire. It exists in a world of judgment, where characters feel attacked by expectations while also being expected to judge others. To some extent there's a political muddlement to the film, but what perseveres is its radical uniqueness within US cinema. About this list: Every film to have ever appeared on Letterboxd's Top 250 Horror Films. About this list: Based on a suggestion by MasterLundegaard, I thought it'd be fun to have a community vote to find the best loved romance films on the site. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The overwhelming feeling captured in The Only Son is disappointment. As an adaptation of the legend of Amleth, the inspiration for Hamlet, the film is travelling well-worn paths. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Showgirls is a bold and noble experiment, satirising the misogynstic power structures around us and fighting back against Hollywood prudishness. This is a film of distractions within distractions. This is a film of complete psychological manipulation, as our titular lead hypnotises and controls so many people. It exists in a world of judgment, where characters feel attacked by expectations while also being expected to judge others. ★★★★½ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 08 Apr 2021 Suspiria is a loud movie, in its blaring, repetitive music and also its bright, bold colours that shine across the rainbow. Dr. Love Massacre is a lot of things. The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is a beautiful movie, and in fact a beautiful consideration of the human experience. Looking through my friend's ratings, I anticipate some people will disagree massively with my review. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The most beautiful burial robe ever made. It opens with a forty minute prologue, that would be a perfect short film by itself, but manages to then spend the rest of the runtime peeling away all the leftover feelings that linger. This film tries to explore the reality of exorcism by filming a. . Darren Carver-Balsiger’s 2023 to date. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Noirvember. For when you want to wallow in despair. The film's biggest successes are twofold. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: I have to respect Pearl for its incredible visual texture, achieved on such a low budget. His films are built on atmosphere and a symphony of astonishing genre visuals. It's about guiding the spirits, taking those who have passed and making peace with them. Our lead is diagnosed with HIV, no explanation is given, this exists in the abstract. About this list: I recently passed 20,000 followers on Letterboxd, which is an incredible amount and far more than I ever imagined when I started posting my. About this list: Movies made by auteur directors with a very arthouse sensibility, that happen to be genre movies (e. 347Z. Mario Bava was a composer of images. (2016), The Garden of Words (2013), Suzume (2022), Children Who Chase Lost Voices (2011) and Weathering with You (2019). It's twisted, but in a way which is both beautiful and cold. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s lists. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: All you have is your mercy. imgur. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: 10 years of strong, but mostly unremarkable, blockbusters lead us to Avengers: Infinity War . All Time 100 81% 81 of 100. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★½ 4 I admire the existence of Missing , and the way it makes clear US involvement with murderous regimes in Latin America. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: RRR surely has the greatest action scenes of the year, and probably the best musical scenes too. A story that has no author, just reality as art. ★★★★★ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 02 Jan 2018 18 A kaleidoscopic whirlwind of love, life, and longing amongst an urban environment teeming with vibrancy. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s films. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The least known film by Studio Ghibli, Ocean Waves is a brilliant little film from the anime powerhouse. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Weep. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: What We Leave Behind is a short, poetic documentary, made with a simplicity that captures life so plainly. In a burnt out, pointless world men die for nothing, but they were no longer men, they were already corpses sent out. Hello Columbus redditors! I am in your fine city this weekend to carve pumpkins at the zoo. It stays quiet and doesn't reach for melodrama. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: While it does seem needless to remake Ikiru, it is impressive how well Living manages to deliver the same ideas again without being a disservice to the original. Please consider upgrading to a Pro account—for less than a couple bucks a month, you’ll get cool additional features like all-time and annual stats pages (), the ability to select (and filter by) your favorite streaming. I’ve never had faith in any organised teaching or found virtue in the actions of religious groups. Well from the ones I follow would recommend you Silent Dawn ( DirkH (Darren Carver-Balsiger’s (and Prof. ========== More. They are a great comedy duo and play off each other well, with Gosling going for more broad comedy and Crowe a bit dryer. It's not the plot which matters here, but the fun interactions between characters. It is fundamentally pointless. Yet it slowly reveals social anarchy and the everyday fascism of family. It turns out to be episodic, though interconnected through a few twists and turns. A list of 500 films compiled on Letterboxd, including La La Land (2016), Casablanca (1942), Mulholland Drive (2001), Don't Look Now (1973) and Blade Runner (1982). ★★★★★ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 16 Oct 2017 2 I think my previous review basically covered most of the points I have to say about Blade Runner 2049 (yes, I still maintain it's a little too fast paced in parts), but this viewing really cemented in my mind that it's almost certainly the greatest blockbuster of recent times. It takes cues from neorealist cinema, seeking an authentic portrayal of poverty. The Old Oak 2023 ★★★ Watched Oct 03, 2023. The film is about religion at. Reclamation of self. You're a different person when you're on holiday. com Film list: My Top 250 (08/07/2021)Articles by Darren Carver-Balsiger on Muck Rack. It reflects the calm of life, through still shots of windows and beds and phones, and yet it reveals a constant inner chaos. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger Patron. It is so broad and mainstream that it ends up dumb and patronising, treating the audience as fools. With so many bright colours, every image shines. The film's biggest successes are twofold. Read at your discretion. Perhaps the most. Tagged. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Babylon is a big fucking mess. It remains a unique landmark for the genre. It isn't historical or overtly science-fiction or brazenly experimental. You're a different person when you're on holiday. It can show a moving image of real life which, without comment, can tell. It reflects the calm of life, through still shots of windows and beds and phones, and yet it reveals a constant inner chaos. Visibility Filters. Watched Oct 08, 2023. That was a stunning, earthy movie, swept in the Yorkshire countryside and masculine tensions. About this list: Pessimistic worldviews. It is quietly unnerving, with very dark ideas. A list of 1,000 films compiled on Letterboxd, including Satantango (1994), Antichrist (2009), mother! (2017), Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom (1975) and Werckmeister Harmonies (2000). It is about a government being. It does so in a way that is emotional and provides real closure for the current series. About this list: Today is my birthday, so I thought I'd post something. No honorifics allowed, so no "Mr", "Princess", "Doctor" etc. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Phoenix is a story of deception that plays in multiple ways, with layers of identity hidden between different masks for different people. ★★★★★ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 11 Apr 2018 6. The local dialect and untrained actors help provide that. As the film shows, fighting inequality is not about ideology (being a. About this list: Douban is an all-purpose Chinese social media service that also functions as a cultural database that allows users. Never Look Away traces a trail through time, a tale of art under totalitarianism and later of freedom when you have nothing to say. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Cow is Andrea Arnold's Cannibal Holocaust . Talk to Me 2022 ★★★ Watched Aug 21, 2023. It is a film of changing times and the constant presence of history. The ripples of change all build up in The Big City, as shifting attitudes must be adjusted to. 3,327 films watched. No Bears is complex and dense, showcasing great meaning and many parallel stories and styles even though the execution is made within limits. *sigh* I could discuss the politics of this situation a lot. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★ 2 Manichitrathazhu is a very simple psychological horror movie, playing with a haunted house setup, a ghostly woman, and a bunch of strange happenings. Unfortunately The Creator falls short elsewhere. It isn't trying too hard to grab attention. Instead, Ocean Waves is a high school film. List maestro Darren Carver-Balsiger chats with Letterboxd's head of platform content Jack Moulton about arthouse cinema, enduring The Room, obscure essential horror films. Political struggle does not end. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★ Making the most out of its limitations, Detour is an atmospheric and doom-filled gem. 3000 Followers Celebration Picked by: Kosta Jovanović and sciallacooper. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The Outsiders presents a mythical, rural, teenage reality. Watched Sep 18, 2017. • 9 mo. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: It's a shame Moonlight won the Academy Award for Best Picture. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Born in Flames presents an alternate America, one supposedly liberated and socialist, rejecting both communism and fascism. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Ixcanul is a slow burn, but it highlights a culture rarely seen onscreen and immerses through its careful, contemplative tragedy. Paths of Glory is a harrowing film, starting off as a war picture then becoming a courtroom drama and finally a tragedy. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964) and Shaun of the Dead (2004). It is genuinely eerie at times, with a very slow burn approach that elicits something creepy and. I also run the Letterboxd Top 250 Horror. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★½ 29. Like the. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger Patron. Here is an epic with everything: comedy, action, atmosphere. Everything is so iconic. Set in the 1960s it examines a rough world full of sick and twisted people. Refugees have no sanctuary and little hope. But Scoob! is a terribly soulless and bland imitation of Scooby Doo. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Elemental is built on ideas that are terribly derivative for Pixar. A list of 250 films compiled on Letterboxd, including Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018), Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), Stalker (1979) and The Thing (1982). These are… 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 List maestro Darren Carver-Balsiger chats with Letterboxd's head of platform content Jack Moulton about arthouse cinema, enduring The Room, obscure essential horror films from around the world and tips for how to conduct a Letterboxd community poll. In the comments below,. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The most confident of directorial debuts, Pather Panchali is the most valuable kind of cinema. The historical production design is predictably great and the mild horror allows the story to be the centre rather than the shocks. The Fountain isn't even enjoyable nonsense, it's just overindulgent and boring. A list of 415 films compiled on Letterboxd, including Come and See (1985), The Thing (1982), The Silence of the Lambs (1991), Psycho (1960) and Funeral Parade of Roses (1969). There are so many bad and clumsy edits. Last year, Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman was released on Netflix to a collective gasp. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Hooptober X. It is a film of happy memories depicted with melancholia. About this list: CLICK HERE FOR THE UPDATED 2023 LIST ----- A one-off list for Halloween 2020, of the 1000 highest rated horror films on Letterboxd. There are previous Hammer films like Taste of Fear or Nightmare which aren't so far away from this. The Godfather: Part II is superior to the first film. It's a very physical movie, one where you feel the characters and their world. Dario Argento's films always feel a little slapdash, but the fact that he makes his sleaze look beautiful is what separates him from the rest. Satantango 1994. Darren is using Letterboxd to share film reviews and lists with friends. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Set many centuries ago, in unstable times, Taira Clan Saga is a film of beautiful compositions and complicated characters. A Brighter Summer Day is a truth epic, a four hour journey into the abyss of teenage disillusionment. g. For when you want to wallow in despair. Full Metal Jacket is the story of how to create killers. Leaving Earth for nothing. Key scenes take place in fire and rain, revelling in the. The film is surprisingly clever in many subtle ways with it's themes of cannibalism (and by extension, vegetarianism), irrational. Yet the final act really did win me over. Memories of the 1970s, of revolution, linger over Colossal Youth. Perhaps no film so carefully examines a revolution in its raw form, whilst remaining an accessible genre piece. A list of 300 films compiled on Letterboxd, including Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022), Top Gun: Maverick (2022), TÁR (2022), RRR (2022) and Aftersun (2022). Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★½ 7 Constantly nuanced and allegorical, The Silence is a logic-defying film about lonely characters in a wordless world. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Part of my 400 followers celebration. It is popular blockbuster filmmaking at its best, an epic that is relentlessly enjoyable and constantly breathtaking. T. horror films, heist films, martial arts films etc). It is the most powerful form of cinema, uncovering the darkest realities and leaving them to. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Park Chan-wook's Lady Vengeance is an immaculately framed, incredibly gripping psychological thriller. Articles by Darren Carver-Balsiger on Muck Rack. Each part exists as its own dreamlike structure, lacking sensible reason but constructed so precisely. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Spermy Solaris. I thought I'd share movies that. Rewatched Apr 09, 2017. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The vast majority of Blonde is a masterpiece. It is at times very unpleasant and its constant commitment to style will ultimately limit the audience, but Blonde is astonishingly executed. Casino 1995 ★★★★½ . Darren Carver-Balsiger’s lists. It's a film of murder, rape, and mutilated corpses, shown in ways his previous films would only imply. Now that is scientific fact. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★★ 6. Wes Anderson. 3000 Followers Celebration Picked by: Cinemaverse Official. I’ve mentioned this in previous threads, but Tony (tectactoe) is steadfastly my favorite reviewer on the platform; I would certainly recommend stopping by his page. Just names by themselves. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: After the fantastic Wolfwalkers from 2020, My Father's Dragon is a step down for studio Cartoon Saloon. 115. About this list: Douban is an all-purpose Chinese social media service that also functions as a cultural database that allows users to rate films, books, and. Join here. The buildings and locations often appear ruined and dilapidated rather than lived in. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Memories. Instead it is a film about family discourse and the awful views dug out of the woodwork in the current climate. Set in a multilingual village, with Romanian, Hungarian, and German speakers, the story becomes emblematic of wider issues in contemporary Europe. Makoto Shinkai is a mixed director at best but his work was certainly improving over the years. Amazon US; Amazon Video US; Apple TV Plus US; Apple TV US; Upgrade to a Letterboxd Pro account to add your favorite services to this list—including any service and country pair listed on JustWatch—and to enable one-click filtering by all your favorites. There is an eroticism and sadism on display, which makes the film so perverse and exciting. Hooptober X Mario Bava was a composer of images. the Extra-Terrestrial , and Indiana Jones and the. Sign in to create or like lists; Share. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Little Children is an interesting drama, filled with psychologically complex characters and elements of satire on modern day living. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: American bloodshed. It is a film about dying, and how that makes every second of living valuable. As always with Éric Rohmer, there's an honesty to the dialogue and performances, but A Summer's Tale. This list is unranked and sorted alphabetically. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Atlantis presents a post-apocalyptic vision of Ukraine's future with just 28 shots. Yet it is too effective, too clever, and too influential to be called a failure. It is a tale of greed and violence, strung out across hours, with a dark story emerging in the most stark and frank way. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The story of killers. The film is also beautifully shot, with shining colours that make the whole world vibrant. The narration is some of the most powerful in cinema and the imagery is evocative. This one uses that setting for a different type of conflict while still carrying high-stakes tension. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: "Liberty. 30 Oct 2018 Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: As I'm sure many of you are aware, I'm a huge fan of the works of Béla Tarr (especially Sátántang ó,. The location work is also impressive here, perhaps. Aftersun is filled with little moments. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Hooptober #29. Sign in to create or like lists; Share. Every watch reveals a different movie. Spoilers from second paragraph onwards. Tagged. Stuff happens, but nothing really happens, and it all means nothing. A lot of genre films. Poor Things allows Yorgos Lanthimos the opportunity to fully embrace the surreal in his own quirky way. The Northman is fantastic in all regards, except for its story. A lot of genre films work in this area, although Manichitrathazhu maintains some unique cultural specificity. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: The ocean is huge and life feels small. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger Patron. Please consider upgrading to a Pro account—for less than a couple bucks a month, you’ll get cool additional features like all-time and annual stats pages (), the ability to select (and filter by) your favorite streaming. However there is something interesting about the craft here. Blade Runner 2049 continues to impress me. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: An essay through time, The Metamorphosis of Birds appears as a collection of narrated memories. Share your videos with friends, family, and the worldView the daily YouTube analytics of Darren Carver-Balsiger and track progress charts, view future predictions, related channels, and track realtime live sub counts. A list of 250 films compiled on Letterboxd, including The Shawshank Redemption (1994), Farewell My Concubine (1992), Forrest Gump (1994), Titanic (1997) and Léon: The Professional (1994). Not counting festival-only movies (apologies to The Novelist's. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: B'Twixt Now and Sunrise: The Authentic Cut. Join here. The script brings an intelligence that many of its contemporaries lacked. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: I don't really get the backlash for American Beauty, which now seems to dominate every conversation I see about it. What starts as fiction becomes a fake documentary and then descends into madness. Secondly, it's a visual treat. Read at your discretion. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★ 2. Edward Yang made cinema that probed the. Class consciousness is something rarely seen in the media, but it's important that we're aware of it. Armageddon Time 2022 ★★★ Watched Nov 20, 2022. It's about the reality of growing up and the consequences of an. A Brighter Summer Day is a truth epic, a four hour journey into the abyss of teenage disillusionment. Cinematographer Sven Nykvist's command of colour is as strong as his black and white photography for earlier Bergman films. Join here. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Structurally intriguing, Barbarian starts off as one type of horror movie and then becomes another. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: I was rather indifferent towards Incendies. I always meant to, but I never knew how to express my emotions. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ½ 13. It is a distinctive work, clearly made with a strong passion, and filled with both extraordinary imagery and. Dear Mum, I never said "I love you" enough. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Eileen is not what you may expect it to be. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Dracula 3D is just bafflingly poor on a technical level. The fourth and fifth entries were already struggling to come up with fresh ideas, and VI barely has anything interesting happening even though the change in setting provides a superficial distinction to the previous movies. The wind of change. To fight for what is right is violent and tough. No shorts, no TV series or movies, no YouTube videos, no filmed. Mankind's significance in the universe is. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: I have always felt that Steven Spielberg's sensibilities makes him ill-suited to direct serious historical dramas and never is that more clear than with The Color Purple. For when you want to wallow in despair. It is the only Malick movie set in the past which I do not think is a masterpiece. CryptoDarren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Hammer to the face. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: X is a good, proper horror movie. It feels very connected to the world we live in right now, even though it centres on a world of tradition and classical music. Darren Carver-Balsiger 2y. ★★★★★ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 20 Apr 2018 17 Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai is a cornerstone of cinema, raising storytelling and formal technique to a very high bar. ★★★★★ Rewatched by Darren Carver-Balsiger 10 May 2018 4. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★★ 16. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: So this is the last film on my Akira Kurosawa marathon. The opening act is quite exciting, with a lot of ideas and settings thrown together. A list of 303 films compiled on Letterboxd, including 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), Blade Runner (1982), Alien (1979), Blade Runner 2049 (2017) and The Empire Strikes Back (1980). Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: 3000 Followers Celebration. Every second pulsates with energy, heart, and intensity. Nothing lulls like the original, and the dual story is a genius conceit that allows new depth. List maestro Darren Carver-Balsiger on arthouse cinema, enduring The Room, obscure essential horror films from around the world and tips for how to conduct a. Ratigan (that made this amazing list - Mine is this if you want to check it: Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: What a load of wank. Darren Carver-Balsiger @DarrenCarverB · Jul 8, 2021 Finally watched 2,500 films. Unfortunately, as soon as the setup is established, the film promptly becomes ridiculous and gets convoluted in nonsensical plotting and illogical. All of Us Strangers 2023 ★★★½ . 23. Any protest for justice and fairness has my unequivocal support. Maurice 1987 ★★★★ Watched May 14, 2019. --- Contribute to my other lists. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: Many regard Martin Scorsese’s epic Casino as a lesser work. Join here. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★ 63. This isn't trying to recreate the original in a totally faithful way, but build its own horror. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger Patron. While her problems manifest through alcoholism, deeper pain can be assumed though the film leaves it unsaid and unexplained. Service. Review by Darren Carver-Balsiger ★★★★½ 11 Charulata is one of Satyajit Ray's most technically accomplished works, filled with precise shots and careful editing. It is partially about trauma and rebuilding everything. Religious conflict sows the seeds of The Wicker Man, a film of Christian values pitted against degenerate otherness. Looking through my friend's ratings, I anticipate some people will disagree massively with my review. A list of 30 films compiled on Letterboxd, including Seven Samurai (1954), Ikiru (1952), Ran (1985), High and Low (1963) and Red Beard (1965). It is unusual and bespoke, crafted as a documentary based on very personal stories and shaped around that. At times it appears as a morality tale, but it is also an examination of social conventions and. It's a small story of few characters, with a slightly social realist premise but ultimately far more plotless and artistic. For when you want to wallow in despair. For a. Darren is using Letterboxd to share film reviews and lists with friends. Their lives are encased inside a closed economy, where fish and salt define. Darren Carver-Balsiger’s review published on Letterboxd: A hideous piece of corporate cinema, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is just ugly film-making. There is no strict character development in La Dolce Vita, just a slither of a story about a hedonistic reporter getting lost amidst an amoral landscape. Victory Song is very overt Japanese war propaganda. It's a film of imagined conversations and ghosts caught in the mind. Werckmeister Harmonies 2000 ★★★★★ Watched Nov 30, 2016. At its centre is a community built upon centuries of tradition. About this list: Films where a city defines the film to the point where it becomes an integral character.