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Exhuma: Unearth Bone-Chilling Terror from the Underworld

Exhuma presents a refreshing departure: Korean folklore, Chinese traditions, Japanese legends, and a myriad of religious symbols infuse this South Korean domestic box office sensation with both antiquity and contemporaneity. Against the backdrop of cross-cultural currents, it exudes an enchanting aura of Eastern mystique. Shaman Hwa-rim (Kim Go-eun) and her close aide Bong-gil (Lee Do-hyun, The Glory) are entrusted to investigate the curious occurrences surrounding the newborn of the affluent Pa

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JoanJoan

JoanJoan

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The Matrix: Surpassing Dune, Still Reigns as the Ultimate Sci-Fi Masterpiece

As superhero movies are often considered as science fiction, The Matrix by the Wachowski siblings presents a narrative challenge with its gritty, unyielding depth and is a tough nut to crack. However, its greatness transcends the need for facile comparisons. In the absence of The Matrix, the box office standout of 1999 would still be Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. But this wild horse galloped onto the scene, making audiences feel like Lucas' space opera had already drifted away from

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The Matrix: Surpassing Dune, Still Reigns as the Ultimate Sci-Fi Masterpiece
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Suliko

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The Settlers : The Awakening of La Malinche

As the fog slowly disperses, a family of Native Americans is revealed resting in a thatched hut. They sit quietly by the campfire, their pale yellow skin aglow with the gentle firelight, highlighting the small smiles on their faces. This brief moment in the Chilean film The Settlers (Los Colonos, 2023) is extremely impactful. It’s a fleeting anthropology study and is the last time we see these Native Americans, as the next scene depicts their massacre by the colonisers. However, The Settlers is

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The Settlers : The Awakening of La Malinche
JoanJoan

JoanJoan

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Eric: Twisted Secrets Behind a Child's Disappearance

Every missing child represents a shattered family. These families face immense pain and endless sorrow. Incidents of children disappearing keeps happening, especially those involving abduction and trafficking, primarily due to the dirty profit chains behind them. Recently, Netflix released a new British drama focusing on a child disappearance case—Eric. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, the story is set in 1980s New York, where a father uses the media to try and bring his child home. But why does t

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The Delinquents: Argentinian Filmmakers Crafting Fiction in a World of Inflation

Anagrams between Nature On Rodrigo Moreno's The Delinquents (2023) The plot is simple: In Buenos Aires, Morán (Daniel Elías), a worker at the bank, steals, from his workplace, over 650,000 U.S. dollars in cash - 25 years of future compensation - and vows never to work again. He finds an accomplice in his colleague, Román (Esteban Bigliardi), to hide the score in secret while he serves three years and a half in prison, voluntarily - in exchange for time to secure his future freedom. Money is the

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The Delinquents: Argentinian Filmmakers Crafting Fiction in a World of Inflation
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The Split of the Villain(s)

The Split of the Villain(s) M. Night Shyamalan's Split is a film that masterfully blends psychological horror with a deep exploration of the human mind. At the center of this chilling narrative is Kevin, a man suffering from Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), portrayed with extraordinary skill by James McAvoy. The film delves into the complexities of Kevin's condition, presenting a character who is both terrifying and tragically human. Just like his idol, Alfred Hitchcock, M. Night Shyamalan

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Spellbound: Psychoanalysis as a Magic Trick

While Spellbound (1945) is one of Alfred Hitchcock's most famous films, it is also arguably one of his most disappointing. Given Hitchcock's reputation for incorporating psychoanalytic themes and elements into his work, the film fails to deliver on its promise to depict the process of psychoanalysis accurately and instead presents a thorough misunderstanding of it. In Spellbound, the amnesiac hero has this bizarre dream that the heroine, a psychoanalyst, tries to analyze for clues about the murd

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JoanJoan

JoanJoan

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Late Night with the Devil: The Show That Killed

As everyone knows, horror films generally don't receive high ratings. It seems there are only a few recurring themes: Asian films focus on folklore and feng shui, Western films emphasize violence and gore; some rely on jump scares, while others depend entirely on background music to create atmosphere. It's been a long time since a horror film with new ideas emerged. However, recently, one has surfaced, featuring many innovative elements and avoiding the aforementioned clichés. From its debut, it

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Late Night with the Devil: The Show That Killed
JoanJoan

JoanJoan

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Die Hard Boasts Film History's Best Villain

Die Hard with a Vengeance is a classic action film released in 1995, directed by John McTiernan. Bruce Willis reprises his role as hero John McClane, while Jeremy Irons plays the main antagonist, Simon Gruber. This movie is special. Instead of the typical Hollywood trope where the male lead from the previous two films emerges as a triumphant hero, he's portrayed as a washed-up alcoholic. The idea of such a person saving the world adds an intriguing twist to the story. Perhaps the most interestin

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Die Hard Boasts Film History's Best Villain
JoanJoan

JoanJoan

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Austin Butler: The Charismatic Star Shining Bright in Hollywood

In 2022, young actor Austin Butler received an Oscar nomination for Best Actor for his impressive portrayal of Elvis Presley in the film Elvis. This role marked a significant departure from his earlier image as a blonde heartthrob in teen shows like Wizards of Waverly Place, Hannah Montana Season 2, and The Carrie Diaries. In fact, his transition began earlier with roles in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and The Dead Don’t Die, collaborating with renowned directors like Quentin Tarantino and Jim

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Austin Butler: The Charismatic Star Shining Bright in Hollywood
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How is ‘The Shining’ the most influential horror in film history?

Filmed in 1980 by Kubrick, The Shining is virtually the most influential horror showcase as it portrays for the first time how the genre can serve as a medium for speculative philosophy. It reflects the complex nature of humanity, shining eerily, staring at you from somewhere dark and deep, sending a chill down your spine; it is like a creature with a low voice,roaring in rage, penetrating deep into our souls. Avant-garde aesthetic visuals For timeless horror franchise like Halloween and Saw, a

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aaaAlejandro

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How to create empathy between the audience and the characters

In the previous article, we discussed the mechanisms behind empathy when watching movies and how to effectively create empathy between the audience and the characters. Check the article here: https://www.peliplat.com/en/article/10006108/Exploring-the-Mechanism-of-Empathy-in-Films-through-Lacan's-Theory Now, let's delve into each specific method of creating empathy between the audience and the characters. We will analyze the first episode of the TV series "Squid Game" to see how the creators util

Eduard Aguilar Reyes: Tu forma de contar historias es emocionante y envolvente.

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Island 22

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‘The Killer’: David Fincher Remains Unchanged, Perhaps It's Us Who Have Changed

Without the slightest doubt, this year’s Venice Film Festival has generated tremendous anticipation for many, and one of the most eagerly awaited films is David Fincher’s The Killer (2003). It is evident that Fincher himself holds this film in high esteem, as evidenced by his personal appearance at the festival. Today, with his hair now completely white and along with a matching beard, one cannot help but ponder the passage of time. The once vibrant “film genius” has entered the stage of grandfa

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‘The Killer’: David Fincher Remains Unchanged, Perhaps It's Us Who Have Changed
JoanJoan

JoanJoan

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Unmasking the Brutal Truth: City of God's Authentic Portrayal of Violence

City of God is a world long forgotten by Rio de Janeiro. In the film, people fleeing from the police say "God bless," and they make the sign of the cross with guns on their chests. Yet, this cannot change the fact: this is a city where God has no time to care. Boys there might witness violence at the age of four or five, start killing, robbing, doing drugs, and dealing drugs at seven or eight, and by nine or ten, they might have their toes shot off by gang leaders for robbing on the wrong turf.

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Masculinity and Nostalgia of The Bikeriders

Masculinity and Nostalgia of The Bikeriders The Bikeriders (2023) situates its narrative between two distinct temporal coordinates: beginning with a clip of The Wild One (1953) on television and culminating with a poster of Easy Rider (1969) outside a theater. These two films mark the evolution of biker culture and the historical shifts in America during the '50s and '60s. Old cultural icons are replaced by new symbols of the era, and former disillusionment is overwritten by fresh intoxication.

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ReelKen

ReelKen

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Before Oppenheimer | The Ultimate Suspense in "Memento"

Let's start with the trailer of "Oppenheimer" Oppenheimer | Official Trailer | Peliplat Although the full feature film's release is still over a month away, its exquisiteness and elegance is already palpable. This, on one hand, results from the generous investment by producers and the powerful acting by the renowned actor Cillian Murphy. On the other hand, the atmospheric music composed by Ludwig Göransson also plays a vital part. Together with Nolan's exceptional storytelling skills, it's clear

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Justine Triet: The Female Palme d'Or Winner's Dialectics between Fiction and Truth

The Female Palme d'Or Winner's Dialectics between Fiction and Truth on Justine Triet's Anatomy of a Fall Justine Triet's latest film, Anatomy of a Fall, won the prestigious Palme d'Or at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, making her the third female director ever to receive the honor. The film is a gripping courtroom drama that explores the complex and turbulent marriage of a successful writer accused of murdering her husband. Triet's background and personal life have influenced her artistic vision

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Justine Triet: The Female Palme d'Or Winner's Dialectics between Fiction and Truth
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Two Ways Science Fiction Films Portray the Human Body

Two Ways Science Fiction Films Portray the Human Body Bodies are present in almost all films, but not all films are committed to representing them. Science fiction is often considered a genre that has the least to do with bodies, but there are at least two exceptions: Paul Verhoeven and David Cronenberg. The works of these two directors provide an interesting contrast in the level of approach to the representation of human body in science fiction films. I will attempt to illustrate this below. P

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cinejanie

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Mask Girl: Is Being Ugly a Sin?

Premised on heated social issues, Korean dramas are able to reach a wide audience. Squid Game(2021), for example, uses the narrative of "battle royale" to provide a way of "emotional aftertreatment" for people who survived Covid-19 in the post-epidemic era. Similarly, the theme of "counterviolence” in The Glory(2022) kind of fits the inner pleasure that resides within all mankind but has always been kept silent. Squid Game VS. The Glory And there is Mask Girl(2023), which was launched on Netflix

Ayla Gamboa Varela Pari: Very good.

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ReelKen

ReelKen

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Why Do Prequels Fail More Often Than Sequels?

I’m a film critic, fervent admirer of Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg, and sci-fi and psychological movie fanatic. Come strike up some conversations with me! Recent discussions about sequels on Peliplat got me thinking about prequels. I've noticed a trend in Hollywood: prequels tend to flop more often than sequels. Whether you agree with this observation or not, allow me to delve into my analysis before we discuss further. We can start with the recent release, "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga." Its

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