CLASSIC HITCHCOCK

Oldies were all about the script and the lines the actors say. No special effects, minimal gore, just plain old suspense, intellectual conversations and the details. This especially refers to the crime stories of the 1950s and 1960s and among them, the ones that made Alfred Hitchcock into one of the greatest film directors of all times.

„Rope” is one of the best situation thrillers placed inside a single room during its entire course. Two murderers who are inviting friends to a party just to serve them on a improvised casket just so they can endulge their urge to rejoice their successful endeavour is just a great concept as a standalone feature, but when joined by some meticulous dialogues and great acting (Stewart), the viewer gets a memorable movie experience that will echo in the cinematographic eternity.

„Rope” is one of the best movies Alfred Hitchcock made and one of the most original murder mysteries ever.

ROPE – 8/10

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ENTERTAINING

Felix von Groeningen established his position in the world of indie productions by claustrophobic „Broken circle breakdown”, so it was really interesting to see how he will take on the much more positive subject.

Rise of „Belgica”, a club run by two brothers (Jo and Frank) from the margin of society to the fancy discotheque everybody wants to visit will take you on a rollercoaster of hilarious and twisted drug, liquor and sex driven episodes. Along the way, you will be able to see all the Felix's directing talent and listen to some really, really good music.

On the other hand, the story doesn't offer any solutions nor life lessons as some might expect.

„Belgica” will make you laugh and dance, without any false pretensions.

BELGICA - 6/10

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