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"Originally issued as Reign of Terror, Anthony Mann’s Classics-Illustrated-meets-film-noir treatment of the French revolution is one of the most striking low budget period pieces to come from Hollywood, abetted by graphic b/w imagery from the great d.p. John Alton and striking production design from the always reliable William Cameron Menzies. Plus it’s witty moves like lightning."

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Mike Allred recommended Le samouraï (1967) in Movies (curated)

Le samouraï (1967)

1967 | Crime, Film-Noir

8.8

(8 Ratings)

Movie Favorite

"A completely different kind of samurai film. Actually, it’s a French gangster movie. It’s clear that director Jean-Pierre Melville digs old American gangster movies and filters that affection into creating his own unique genre. This is my favorite of his films. I first saw this baby when it was rereleased in theaters a few years ago, and was completely entranced."

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Andrew Haigh recommended Cleo From 5 to 7 (Cléo de 5 à 7) (1961) in Movies (curated)

Cleo From 5 to 7 (Cléo de 5 à 7) (1961)

1961 | International, Drama

(0 Ratings)

Movie Favorite

"I only saw this a few years ago, and I think it’s become my favorite of the French New Wave. I think it’s virtually impossible to make a film about complex ideas and yet at the same time make it feel as light as air. It’s a thrilling film that feels very much of its period but also completely timeless."

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