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Vox Lux, 2018

A Dazzling Yet Dark Dive into Pop Stardom and Modern Malaise Introduction “Vox Lux,” directed by Brady Corbet and released in 2018, is a provocative drama that delves into the life of Celeste, a pop star whose rise to fame…

‘The Childhood of a Leader,’ 2015

A Chilling Exploration of the Genesis of Tyranny Introduction “The Childhood of a Leader,” directed by Brady Corbet and released in 2015, is a psychological drama that delves into the formative years of a young boy who is destined to…

The Bigamist, 1953

A Compassionate Look at a Taboo Subject Introduction “The Bigamist,” released in 1953, is another groundbreaking film directed by Ida Lupino, who was no stranger to tackling controversial and complex subjects. The film explores the life of a man entangled…

The Hitch-Hiker, 1953

A Tense Journey into the Human Psyche Introduction “The Hitch-Hiker,” released in 1953, is a gripping film noir directed by Ida Lupino, who was already known for her daring explorations of complex social issues. This film stands out as a…

Outrage, 1950

A Courageous Examination of Sexual Assault and Its Aftermath Introduction “Outrage,” released in 1950, is one of Ida Lupino’s most daring and socially relevant films. It addresses the issue of sexual assault and its devastating impact on the victim, a…

‘Out of the Past,’ 1947

A Classic Film Noir Gem of Intrigue and Betrayal Introduction: “Out of the Past,” directed by Jacques Tourneur, is a quintessential film noir masterpiece that graced the silver screen in 1947. This atmospheric and suspenseful noir follows the life of…

The Trouble with Angels, 1966

A Light-Hearted Departure with a Touch of Depth Introduction “The Trouble with Angels,” released in 1966, marks a significant departure for director Ida Lupino, who was known for her gritty, socially conscious films. This comedy-drama, set in an all-girls Catholic…

Never Fear, 1949

A Sensitive Take on Physical Disability and the Human Spirit Introduction “Never Fear,” released in 1950, is another remarkable film directed by Ida Lupino, who was known for her courage in tackling socially relevant and often taboo subjects. This film…

Not Wanted, 1949

A Pioneering Exploration of Unwed Motherhood and Social Stigma Introduction “Not Wanted,” released in 1949, is a groundbreaking film directed by Ida Lupino, one of the few female directors in Hollywood’s Golden Age. The film delves into the taboo subject…

‘The Man Who Knew Too Much,’ 1934/1956

A Diptych in Hitchcock’s Career Introduction Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Man Who Knew Too Much” occupies a unique space within his prolific career, given that it was made twice—once in 1934 in Britain and then again in 1956 in Hollywood. Each…