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Still from Independence

Independence

In-line with Independence Day here in the US, I figured it's a good opportunity to deconstruct the concept of independence and throw it against Italian cinema backdrop. You can never know what you'll find. When we speak of independence you can literally place it in wide range of contexts; from emotional, financial, political, to physical. And I am sure I missed others. Yes, there is a place called Independence in CA.

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Still from Flat or No Flat

Flat or No Flat

In a recent post, Laura commented on Nanni Moretti's acting style - calling it "flat" - in the film The Son's Room. Well, here is a short clip from the movie, just hit play to watch:

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Still from Long and Short Trip (Shlomi Ron – 2010)

Long and Short Trip (Shlomi Ron – 2010)

The magic of cinema as you know can sometimes inspire you to tell your own stories. Here is a short story I wrote a few years ago as a tribute, a tad futuristic, to a particular masterpiece by director Alberto Lattuada. Can you guess the film?

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