#Palme d’or!

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2024 script going “you would’ve raped me. You have rape eyes. Oh you wouldn’t have? Yeah I bet you wouldn’t because you’re a faggot”

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Anora posters <3

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"I came here today to thank you all. I'm just a kid who grew up in the middle of California, surrounded by vineyards, and made films in San Francisco with my friend Francis Coppola. So we spent our entire careers in parallel, and in San Francisco in particular. In fact, I've never made a Hollywood film as a director. So it's a great honor to be here. I can tell you that."

- George Lucas, Honorary Palme d'or at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival

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Despite the fact that Bob Iger totally derailed Twin Peaks season 2, the episode where Laura’s killer is revealed is still one of my favorite episodes of television even if it was forced by the network. Which, if anything, is a testament to the talent of David Lynch and Mark Frost to be able to do that even against their wishes.

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cinema

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Anora 2024

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“Anora,” a 2024 American comedy-drama directed by Sean Baker, delves into the tumultuous life of Anora “Ani” Mikheeva, a 23-year-old stripper from Brooklyn’s Brighton Beach. The film intricately portrays Ani’s whirlwind romance with Ivan “Vanya” Zakharov, the 21-year-old son of a Russian oligarch, and the subsequent challenges they face due to familial opposition.

Plot Summary

Ani, portrayed by Mikey Madison, leads a modest life in Brighton Beach, a Russian-American enclave in Brooklyn. Her routine is disrupted when she meets Vanya Zakharov (Mark Eydelshteyn), the son of affluent Russian businessman Nikolai Zakharov. Vanya, ostensibly in the U.S. for academic pursuits, prefers indulging in parties and video games at his family’s opulent mansion.

Their relationship begins on a transactional note, with Vanya hiring Ani for several encounters, eventually offering her $15,000 for a week-long companionship. This arrangement leads them to Las Vegas, where Vanya proposes marriage, partly to secure a green card and avoid returning to Russia. Despite initial skepticism, Ani is swayed by Vanya’s declarations of genuine affection, and they elope in a spontaneous wedding ceremony. Following the marriage, Ani quits her job and moves into Vanya’s mansion, embracing her new life.

However, their union faces immediate challenges. Upon learning of the marriage, Vanya’s mother, Galina, dispatches his godfather, Toros, along with henchmen Garnick and Igor, to annul the marriage and bring Vanya back to Russia. The situation escalates when Ani confronts Garnick and Igor, leading to a physical altercation where she is overpowered and restrained. Toros offers Ani $10,000 to consent to an annulment, but she remains steadfast, asserting her love for Vanya.

The narrative intensifies as Ani collaborates with Toros and his men to locate Vanya, who has gone on a reckless spree. They find him intoxicated at Ani’s former workplace, indifferent to the unfolding crisis. A subsequent court attempt to annul the marriage fails due to jurisdictional technicalities, further complicating matters.

At the airport, Ani’s attempt to connect with Vanya’s parents is met with disdain, particularly from Galina. Under familial pressure, Vanya coldly dismisses Ani, declaring their marriage untenable. Galina threatens Ani with severe repercussions if she pursues a divorce, leading Ani to reluctantly agree to the annulment. In a poignant moment, Ani confronts Vanya and Galina with sharp words before departing, while Nikolai reacts with unexpected laughter.

The film concludes with Ani and Igor returning to the Zakharov mansion to collect her belongings. A complex interaction unfolds between them, culminating in a moment of intimacy initiated by Ani. However, when Igor attempts to kiss her, Ani breaks down, revealing the emotional toll of her experiences. This ending leaves audiences contemplating Ani’s future and the resilience of her spirit.

Critical Reception

“Anora” premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2024, where it won the prestigious Palme d’Or and received universal critical acclaim. Critics lauded Baker’s direction and screenplay, as well as the performances of Madison and Borisov. The film was released theatrically on October 18 by Neon and was named one of the top 10 films of 2024 by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute. It received five nominations at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, including Best Motion Picture — Comedy or Musical, Best Actress in a Motion Picture — Comedy or Musical for Madison, and Best Director. The film grossed $31.2 million worldwide on a $6 million budget, becoming Baker’s highest-grossing film.

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Mikey Madison’s portrayal of Ani has been particularly praised, with critics highlighting her ability to convey both vulnerability and strength. The film’s exploration of themes such as socioeconomic disparity, the complexities of sex work, and the pursuit of the American Dream has resonated with audiences and critics alike.

“Anora” stands as a testament to Sean Baker’s commitment to telling nuanced stories about marginalized communities, offering a poignant and unflinching look at the intersections of love, power, and identity.

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Anatomy of a Fall (2023) Review

When a woman is the main suspect of her husband’s murder, she must attempt to defend herself with their blind son being the main witness, pushing his morals to the limit. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ *Original title: Anatomie d’une chute* Continue reading Untitled

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100% forgot that farewell my concubine (1993) won the palme d’or. i thought it got a silver lion. i’m sorry for doubting you mr. chen you did great

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Justin Triet, Palme d'or 

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ppl are speculating that its a documentary now 🤡

what, like straight to dvd 1 and 2 weren’t enough?

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l’analyse du film "Les Années de braise Le chef-d'œuvre du cinéma algéri...

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"...WINNER OF THE PALME D'OR AT THE 1961 CANNES FILM FESTIVAL, "VIRIDIANA" IS AS AUDACIOUS TODAY AS EVER."

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on Criterion box art to "Viridiana," a 1961 Spanish-Mexican comedy-drama film directed & co-written by Luis Buñuel, and starring Silvia Pinal in the title role. It was released on the Criterion Collection as Spine #332. Box art/graphic art by Eric Skillman.

MINI-OVERVIEW: "Banned in Spain and denounced by the Vatican, Luis Buñuel’s irreverent vision of life as a beggar’s banquet is regarded by many as his masterpiece. In it, novice nun Viridiana does her utmost to maintain her Catholic principles, but her lecherous uncle and a motley assemblage of paupers force her to confront the limits of her idealism. Winner of the Palme d’or at the 1961 Cannes Film Festival, "Viridiana" is as audacious today as ever."

-- CRITERION COLLECTION, c. spring 2006

Source: www.criterion.com/films/373-viridiana.

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Flabbergasted at Anatomy Of A Fall not being on the Academy’s international feature shortlist.

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ANATOMY OF A FALL:

Mother on trial

Personal life scrutinized

How do you prove love?

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palme d’or winner ~ directed by sean baker