Film files: The controversial legacy of ‘Lost in Translation’

In anticipation of Sophia Coppola’s return to Hollywood with “Priscilla,” film columnist Hannah Elliot SC ‘24 looks back on Coppola’s magnum opus: “Lost in Translation.”

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Frame rating: ‘The French Dispatch’ Oscars snub doesn’t detract from its artistry

While “The French Dispatch” deserved an Oscar nomination, its lack of one doesn’t actually matter that much, explains Gerrit Punt PO ’24.

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Being reel: Bhutan’s first Academy Award nominated film redefines purpose

“Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom” honors Bhutan’s heritage while offering universally-relatable themes, film columnist Adam Osman-Krinsky PO ’25 writes.

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Dirty secrets: The problematic nature of Bryan Singer’s involvement with the Oscar-nominated ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

CW: Mentions of sexual assault and violence “Bohemian Rhapsody” won Best Motion Picture – Drama at the 2019 Golden Globes in early January. A few weeks later, the film was nominated for best picture at the upcoming 2019 Oscars. The film’s award performance is surprising for two reasons. First, the

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‘Roma’: The best film of the year, that no one will see in theaters

I saw “Roma” in a sold out 3:20 p.m. showing at the IFC Theater in New York City and was floored by the film. However, most of those who see writer/director Alfonso Cuarón’s newest masterpiece will not see it in a theater, but instead stream it on Netflix. Why was

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