Léon returns to Dostoevsky to film an episode from The Idiot, starring Jeanne Balibar as the femme fatale Nastassia Philippovna, who finds herself juggling the affections of four men over the course of a single evening. One is her benefactor, the bourgeois Totsky (film historian Bernard Eisenschitz). Another is the opportunistic Ganya (Serge Bozon), whomContinue reading “The Idiot – 2008”
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Recycle – 2008
In a place where extremes are raised, a tough choice has to be made. An ex-mujahideen struggles to reconcile his faith and reality. But he faces setbacks at every turn as he is forced to collect cardboard in the streets of Zarqa, an occupation barely sustaining his family. As his situation deteriorates he has toContinue reading “Recycle – 2008”
The Garden – 2008
From the ashes of the L.A. riots arose a lush, 14-acre community garden, the largest of its kind in the United States. Now bulldozers threaten its future. Director : Scott Hamilton Kennedy Cast : Antonio Villaraigosa|Danny Glover|Daryl Hannah|Martin Sheen Genre : Documentary Release Date : 2008-08-17
The Listening Project – 2008
Dominic Howes and Joel Weber’s intellectual trek through 14 countries attempts to uncover answers to the question, “What does the world think of the United States of America?” Individuals from all walks of life and myriad cultures freely express their stark opinions — both complimentary and condemning — of a nation that may not beContinue reading “The Listening Project – 2008”
Dana Carvey: Squatting Monkeys Tell No Lies – 2008
As always, Carvey never crosses the line into mean-spiritedness, but easily glides in and out of every impression & expression, reminding us of the huge talent we came to know and love before he left the scene due to his heart condition. It’s a bittersweet irony that Dana Carvey is one comic who is ALLContinue reading “Dana Carvey: Squatting Monkeys Tell No Lies – 2008”
Playboy Cops – 2008
Two off-the-wall detectives go in search for a killer, while vying for the affections of a young woman. Director : Jingle Ma Cast : Chen Kun|Danny Lee Sau-Yin|Ka-Yan Chung|Michelle Yim|Philip Ng|Shaun Tam Chun-Yin|Shawn Yue|Teddy Lin|Vincent Kok|Wong Yau-Nam Genre : Action|Romance|Thriller Release Date : 2008-02-28
Pur Purr Rid! – 2008
Director : Cast : Aldo Baglio|Giacomo Poretti|Giovanni Storti Genre : Comedy Release Date : 2008-05-20
80 Minutes – 2008
80 minutes to live or die. Alex got injected with a high tech poison by his creditor and put on a time clock to pay his debt back in 1 hour and 20 minutes. Will he make it or even further will he stay loyal to his friends and relatives under a pressure like runningContinue reading “80 Minutes – 2008”
Splinter – 2008
When their plans for a nature trip go awry, Polly and boyfriend Seth decide to check into a motel. On their way, they’re carjacked and kidnapped by low-rent crooks Dennis and Lacey, who take the victims and their SUV to a nearby gas station. Along the way, they encounter an increasingly terrifying horde of parasites,Continue reading “Splinter – 2008”
Amistades inconvenientes – 2008
Three stories, Three love triangles, Three conflicts, Three unexpected ends. Director : Alejandra Claro Cast : Carolina Escobar|Daniel González-Muniz|Daniela Salinas|Diego Ruiz|Eduardo Paxeco|Iván Álvarez de Araya|Jorge Arecheta|Silvana Messina Genre : Comedy|Drama|Romance Release Date : 2008-12-04