Swept Away (Travolti da un insolito destino nell’azzurro mare d’agosto)(1964)

dir. Lina Wertmüller. Definite upgrade compared to the 2002 remake in terms of music, performances, and cinematography. The story however remains the same, except the beatings are more violent, and the rape takes longer. Also the beatings continue even after they “fall in love”. I did not enjoy it, and would not recommend it. A…… Continue reading Swept Away (Travolti da un insolito destino nell’azzurro mare d’agosto)(1964)

Marnie (1964)

dir. Alfred Hitchcock. If it wasn’t a follow-up to Psycho and The Birds, may be more fondly remembered. I loved Tippi Hedren’s performance, and Sean Connery just playing himself is always fun. Diane Baker is amazing, with perhaps the best bob hairstyle ever captured on camera? It’s a shame the restoration done for the Blu-Ray…… Continue reading Marnie (1964)