The Favourite
The Favourite is a drama directed by Yorgos Lanthimos about Queen Anne’s new servants who are desperate for her attention, and both struggle for power. The film is set in early 18th-century England. The Favourite explores themes of power, manipulation, ambition, and influence.
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Possession is a psychological horror directed by Andrzej Żuławski about a woman, called Anna, who starts behaving strangely after abandoning her husband and lover. As they become suspicious of infidelity and start following her, they discover the real reasons for the change in her behaviour. The film is set during the Cold War in Berlin. Possession explores themes of obsession, identity, betrayal, and repression.
Amadeus is a historical drama directed by Miloš Forman centered around the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart through the eyes of a fellow composer. Amadeus delves into themes of creativity, jealousy, and artistic genius.
The Cremator is a surreal horror directed by Juraj Herz about a crematorium worker fueled by fascist ideology who believes cremation relieves suffering and sets out to save the world. The film is set in Central Europe during World War II. The Cremator explores themes of evil, power, politics, chaos, and sanity.
Cries and Whispers is a psychological drama directed by Ingmar Bergman, centered around a woman suffering from cancer, visited by her two sisters as they confront their feelings. The film is set in early XX-century Sweden. Cries and Whispers explores themes of pain, forgiveness, and human connection.
The Draughtsman’s Contract is a comedy-drama directed by Peter Greenaway about an artist who was selected to create drawings of the wealthy estate. During this time, he finds out about secrets and power games in the property. The Draughtsman’s Contract explores themes of control, perception, eroticism, and mystery.
The Madness of King George is a historical comedy-drama directed by Nicholas Hytner about England’s ruler, King George III, and his mental breakdown. The film presents how his struggles affect both his reign and his family. The film explores themes of power, madness, and vulnerability.
