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‘Nymphomaniac’ a philosophical take on addiction
Nymphomaniac Written and directed by Lars von Trier Denmark, Belgium, France, and Germany, 2014 Lars von Trier will never change, nor should he. Being a showman at heart, his career and image have been referred to as both serious and preposterous, and his latest work, Nymphomaniac, will not settle the debate, as it embodies the […] More
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Sordid Cinema Podcast #75: ‘Nymphomaniac’ **Spoilers**
This week we review Nymphomaniac, volumes 1 & 2 – the latest film from enfant terrible and Danish auteur and provocateur Lars von Trier – and joining us is special guest Justine Smith. But before we dive into the sexual depraved world of Trier, we take some time to discuss Captain America: The Winter Soldier, […] More
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‘Nymphomaniac: Vol II’, from Lars Von Trier, releases a US trailer
Filmmaker Lars Von Trier has made a name for himself in the international movie community with a filmography that includes Europa, Dancer In The Dark, Antichrist, and Dogville. Many fans were thus intrigued to learn that the director’s next project , particularly with the reveal that it would be four hours in length. Titled Nymphomaniac, […] More
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‘Nymphomaniac Part II’, from Lars Von Trier, releases an international trailer
Over the course of him filmmaking career, Lars Von Trier has made a number of critically acclaimed features, including films such as Europa, Dogville, and Dancer in the Dark. Fans of the filmmaker were intrigued to learn of his next feature, as reports suggested it would nearly run 5 hours. Once again taking on writing […] More
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‘Nymphomaniac’, the latest film from Lars Von Trier, releases its first clip
Danish filmmaker Lars Von Trier has accumulated a number of fans over a career that spans more than 45 years, with often offbeat and unpredictable features such as Europa, Dancer in the Dark, and Antichrist. His next feature, titled Nymphomaniac, has similarly left many wondering what the final product will be like, in part due […] More
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‘L’arbre’ is a fine showcase for some great performances
L’arbre Directed by Julie Bertucelli Written by Julie Bertucelli France, 2010 Strong characterizations can’t quite save Julie Bertucelli’s new effort, L’Arbre. After the death of her husband, Charlotte Gainsbourg struggles to readjust, while her daughter believes that her father’s spirit continues to live on in the ancient tree that grows right outside of their home. […] More
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Trailer: Lars Von Trier is back with ‘Melancholia’
The trailer for Lars Von Trier‘s upcoming film, Melancholia, has been released. The film tells a story that re-tells the final days of an apocalypse on Earth as the planet Melancholia (which has been hiding behind the Sun), draws close. The film will be premiering at Cannes this coming May, and although Magnolia has already […] More
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Blu-ray Recommendation – “Antichrist” : Lars von Trier has unleashed his most audacious creation to date
“Lars von Trier has unleashed his most audacious creation to date…” Antichrist Directed by Lars von Trier Written by Lars von Trier Denmark, Germany Plunging headfirst into a realm of depraved evil, leaving behind him any and all polite norms of filmmaking (mainstream, independent or otherwise), Lars von Trier has unleashed his most audacious creation […] More
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FNC 2010: L’Arbre
L’arbre Directed by Julie Bertucelli Strong characterizations can’t quite save Julie Bertucelli’s new effort, L’Arbre. After the death of her husband, Charlotte Gainsbourg struggles to readjust, while her daughter believes that her father’s spirit continues to live on in the ancient tree that grows right outside of their home. Most of the film’s failings lie […] More
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Sound On Sight Radio #161 – Antichrist (Spoiler Edition)
Perhaps, in the early 1980s, while still in film school, Danish director Lars von Trier saw one of the US’ highest grossing feel-good comedies, like Risky Business or Mr. Mom. And then decided to make exact opposite of that film for the rest of his life. If such a thing did happen, he’s kept his […] More
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TIFF ’09: Antichrist
Antichrist’s greatest achievement is its ambiguity, which permits a wide variety of interpretations – including that of the film as some sort of grand statement of misogyny. Antichrist Directed by Lars von Trier Plunging headfirst into a realm of depraved evil, leaving behind him any and all polite norms of filmmaking (mainstream, independent or otherwise), […] More
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TIFF ’09: Antichrist
Antichrist Directed by Lars von Trier Plunging headfirst into a realm of depraved evil, leaving behind him any and all polite norms of filmmaking (mainstream, independent or otherwise), Lars von Trier has unleashed his most audacious creation to date, which has been branded everything from “misogynistic” (according the Cannes` Ecumenical Jury, who awarded it a […] More