Alex Heeney reflects back on the best films of 2024 so far.
World Cinema
The Everyday Philosophy of Migrants in Raúl Paz-Pastrana’s Border South
Raúl Paz-Pastrana’s 2019 documentary film Border South takes a De Certeauian view of migrants as ingeniously capable, tenacious, and agentive subjects whose minute, everyday actions allow them to confront the powers that be and take advantage of situations.
Ann Hui’s July Rhapsody in 4K
Ann Hui’s July Rhapsody is a melodrama about marital discord with a light touch, where both partners explore other relationships.
Ep. 140: Mapantsula: An interview with director Oliver Schmitz
On the podcast, Alex Heeney interviews South African director and co-writer Oliver Schmitz about the 4K restoration of his landmark 1988 film Mapantsula.
Five films to buy in the Kino Lorber 2024 Summer Sale
Five (and a bit) must-see/must-own films to buy in the Kino Lorber 2024 Summer Sales
The Devil’s Bath is a breathtaking masterwork that will ruin your night and possibly your life
Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala’s harrowing new drama makes their previous chillers, Goodnight Mommy and The Lodge, look like episodes of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.