International Screens

Owen Peak, Online Arts and Lit Editor, discusses the new Catalan comedy ‘A House on Fire’ and the wider Catalan film industry.

Owen Peak uncovers the visual flair of Pedro Almodóvar’s films

Agata Koralewska, Online International Editor, praises the Polish film Chłopi (The Peasants), especially noting the fantastic visuals and exploration of character.

Magdalena Kanecka discusses the beautiful directing of Oscar winning director Bong Joon-ho.

Lucas Marsal discusses the 2020 Danish feature, Druk (Another Round), praising the themes, casting, and cinematography.

Bronwyn Payne discusses Petite Maman in relation to Sciamma’s Portrait of a Lady on Fire.

Lachlan Evans discusses Japanese film royalty Yasujiro Ozu and his 1953 film Tokyo Story, noting his expert shot composition and subtle storyline.

Judy Dodd introduces the brilliant work of Belgian director and screenwriter, Lukas Dhont, with a review of his beautifully intimate film, ‘Close’.

Lauren Walsh gives an excellent, whistle-stop tour of Studio Ghibli’s films and history. A must-read.