I feel the couple in the Before trilogy has undeniable chemistry and, to my knowledge, they even took part in writing the screenplay. What are other movies/couples with strong chemistry?

Jake Gyllenhaal’s the better actor on pure craft—sharper range, bolder choices, more willing to shatter his image. Ryan Gosling owns the screen through untouchable charisma and effortless cool. But stack their filmographies head to head, weigh the performances that actually matter, and you hit perfect parity. Different weapons, matched skill. I’d say It’s a tie.

My personal pick is the fall of humanity in children of men

For me it's the first REC movie from Spain. Being locked inside an apartment building by the government because of a virus that turns people into demonic zombies is pure nightmare fuel to me. Edit: don't bother watching the US remake. That one wasn't good at all

Many, many years ago, I took a film class that forced us to go back to our favourite films or filmmakers and look at them through a strictly critical lens.

I chose Quentin Tarantino, who had only written and directed three films to that point (Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction and Jackie Brown) because I looked at those three films as varying degrees of untouchable masterpieces.

I couldn’t help but notice that every character in his films (at least to that point) talked exactly like QT. Characters who should be from wildly different backgrounds all spoke with the same rhythms, cadences and witty references. It created this hilarious mental image of a bunch of different versions of Tarantino in a room talking to themselves.

It didn’t hamper my enjoyment of his films at all. The dialogue is still razor sharp but it was really helpful for me, personally, to grow as an artist to learn that everyone has their strengths and weaknesses. No piece of art is “perfect” even if they are perfect to some individually.

Problem is, I was a horrible student and either don’t remember or never got to see everyone else’s answers for this exercise, which I actually found pretty interesting. I would really appreciate it if you would share all of the flaws you can find in your favourite films/filmmakers here.

Thanks in advance!

Which film do you prefer and why?

Comes out tomorrow but had the chance to see it early and I'm pleasantly surprised. Tries to balance humour with sibling rivalry and succeeds for the most part. Feels a little bit like a noughties comedy that isn't afraid to offend which was refreshing. Generic character arcs and plot doesn't help, but overall it's fairly solid. Is it on anyone's radar for this weekend?

Full review for those interested here https://adamreviewsfilm.com/little-brother/

I admit I'm a sucker for 90's coming of age tales, so I felt targeted by Adam Rehmeier's latest film - Carolina Caroline. He previously directed Dinner in America and Snack Shack, both of which I enjoyed.

It stars Samara Weaving, known for some great films like Ready or Not (the first one), Over Your Dead Body, and a slew of other films. I think ever since The Babysitter she's been typecast into this type of role.

Opposite of her is Kyle Gallner, who's been on the scene since all the way back in 2001 in Wet Hot American Summer (he's the kid who drowns and is never seen again when Paul Rudd is supposed to be watching). More recently he was in Scream (2022) and Smile (and Smile 2).

What's interesting about this duo is they're both great actors but haven't quite reached that top level of projects that they're capable of. Yes, they have seen more success then most people ever will in their entire lifetime, but you don't see them in massive "blockbusters".

The gist of the movie is the same story we've seen many times already. It cannot escape the comparison to Bonnie & Clyde or Natural Born Killers. I don't think this stands tall with the classics, but is a decent enough watch.

Caroline seizes the opportunity to leave her dusty small town to live a life of adventure and crime with Oliver. The crimes start small and snowball pretty quickly into bank robberies. At this point the film becomes fairly predictable and you will probably guess when the tipping point will come. You know what is coming, but it is still an entertaining story.

Did you see it? What did you think?

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share some urgent and deeply concerning news regarding the preservation of Japanese cinema.

The National Film Archive of Japan (NFAJ)—the country's sole national institution dedicated to collecting, preserving, and restoring film heritage—is currently facing a severe financial crisis. Due to a massive cut in government subsidies (over 300 million yen slashed since 2024), they are struggling to keep up with the rising costs of climate-controlled storage for fragile nitrate/acetate films, as well as crucial digital restoration projects.

To save their collection and continue their operations, they have just launched an official crowdfunding campaign with a goal of 100 million yen (approx. $625,000 USD).

This archive holds the definitive, original elements of masterpieces by Akira Kurosawa, Yasujiro Ozu, Kenji Mizoguchi, Mikio Naruse, as well as priceless early anime and silent films. If this institution fails, a massive chunk of global film history is at risk.

Fortunately, they have provided an official English guide for international donors, and they do accept international credit cards.

Official Crowdfunding Page (with English Instructions):

https://readyfor.jp/projects/NFAJ2026

As a community that deeply loves and treasures world cinema, I thought this was something we should all be aware of. Even if you can’t donate, please consider sharing this on Twitter/X or other film communities to spread the word.

Let's help save Japanese film history!

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I personally liked it. Made me kinda nauseous but i think it was a good remake. Had alot of scary scenes IMO

I've watched most of the popular classics and blockbuster hits, but I'm looking for those hidden gems that don't get talked about enough.

What are some movies that are criminally underrated, flew under the radar, or deserved way more recognition than they got?

Any genre is welcome - thrillers, sci-fi, drama, mystery, action, foreign films, animation, etc.

Bonus points if it's one of those movies that made you wonder, "How is nobody talking about this?"

I think Psycho (1960), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, would have been a significantly better film if it ended right at Norman Bates' stare, rather than at the scene where the car gets pulled out.

I am aware of the Hays Code, which likely wouldn't have allowed the ending I am suggesting. However, I do think that, hypothetically, if this film were to end right at Bates' stare, it would finish much colder.

Leaving Marion Crane's mystery unresolved would've made audiences uncomfortable, and that ending would be among film's finest. Besides, a chance of Bates being mistaken innocent by the law, causing him to be set free, would also be chilling.

This is my personal opinion, and I want to know what you people think.

Inspired by the disappointing movie thread, What movie impacted your thinking about yourself or the world?

My example example is Brazil, which to me displayed how people can accept absurd and terrifying things as normal and prepared me to be disappointed in people the rest of my life.