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Subversive casting: Introducing Harmony Korine’s Spring Breakers
We begin our In Focus series with a much misunderstood film about bikini-clad students on Spring Break. Harmony Korine’s Spring Breakers (2012) is one of the most underappreciated films of the 21st century. Destined for cult status, the story of four bored, suburban college girls let loose on spring break defies its base expectations –…
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“GENTLY PROFOUND” – 20th CENTURY WOMEN (FILM REVIEW)
It is no wonder Mike Mills’ latest film, 20th Century Women, has been nominated for best screenplay at this month’s Oscars. The writer-director has an incredible talent for crafting highly quotable, gently profound and introspective scenes that ooze with irresistible charm. He delivers in spades. One of the most telling scenes occurs when Dorothea, played…
