Everyone loves a good scandal – there’s something about learning about the sordid lives of the rich and famous (or even the poor and obscure, if the story is good enough) that draws our attention, even if we should know better. This is the reason we exist in the media landscape we do now, where…
Category: Drama
The Beloved (2026)
The bond between a parent and a child is a fascinating concept, since every family has a different dynamic, with some being more positive than others. However, it is universally acknowledged that we are the product of our surroundings, and the relationship with those who brought us into the world (even if we don’t have…
The Man in the Funny Suit (1960)
If you were to survey a substantial body of people in the entertainment industry and ask them what their biggest insecurity is, many of them would probably honestly answer that the fear of irrelevancy is something that they constantly have to deal with, especially since showbusiness is a fickle industry and one in which you…
September Afternoon (2026)
There are some feelings that have to be experienced firsthand to fully understand. For me, a core memory from my early childhood was travelling with my family from our home in the big city, driving for hours until we reached the beach, where I spent days covered in saltwater and sand, relishing in the heat…
Armand (2024)
Unless an individual is beyond lacking in talent, I tend to be quite ambivalent about the idea of nepotism as a negative element of art – it is entirely possible that someone can get a substantial boost by being related to notable figures in the industry and also talented enough that their work can be…
All of a Sudden (2026)
There are certain subjects that are very difficult to speak about, even when they are built around inevitabilities. In fact, one could argue that the fact that they are universal experiences is precisely what makes them nearly impossible to even begin exploring, since they evoke uncomfortable emotions that most of us would prefer not to…
Bag of Rice (1996)
Every city has at least one filmmaker who becomes something of its poet laureate, whose films capture the spirit and energy of a particular place, focusing on the people and their day-to-day lives. When it comes to Tehran, we usually tend to associate it with the likes of Abbas Kiarostami, Jafar Panahi or Asghar Farhadi,…
Rose (2026)
We often tend to view the past as a place that was far more sanitised than it was in reality – there’s something that is instilled in us where we are forced to believe that it was far more pleasant and not nearly as grotesque as it actually was, which is the result of years…
O Jacaré (2026)
When one thinks about Lisbon, it’s natural to get a very specific picture in mind: the grandiose architecture, the cobbled streets (which are unusually slippery, as I’ve learned firsthand) and the winding alleys that always lead to some astonishing sight. However, the Portuguese capital is a much more varied place than this often very sanitised…
Humoresque (1946)
Growing up, we all encounter at least one person who encourages us to follow our dreams. Whether it’s a family member, a trusted teacher or even just a stranger. There are those who motivate every young person to be ambitious and march to the beat of their own drum, since life is meaningless unless you’re…
