Embark on a journey through time as we delve into a collection of classic films that have stood the test of time. From “Hunger”, a Danish film set in 1966, to “Amadeus”, a USA and France production from 1984, we bring to you a diverse lineup of films that showcase various genres such as biopic, arthouse, and musical biographies. Experience the musical genius of composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky in “Chaikovsky”, a 1970 USSR production, and delve into the struggles of a legendary artist in “Pomegranate Color”, a 1968 USSR biopic. Join us as we explore the timeless appeal of these beloved films.
“Hunger”. Denmark, Sweden, Norway, 1966
Drama, Art House
The most famous drama and arthouse film by Danish director Henning Carlsen, based on the novel by Norwegian writer Knut Hamsun. The film takes place in 1890 in the city of Christiania (now Oslo, Norway). The protagonist is a poor and hungry writer Pontus, who roams the streets in search of food, work and inspiration. World critics recognize this brilliant film as a vivid example of social realism. In Denmark, The Hunger is considered a true classic
“Pomegranate Color” USSR, 1969. Biopic, arthouse
Biographical, Art House
Top 20: the best domestic and foreign films-biographies about creative people Original even by today’s times, a surreal movie parable. One of the best films about writers and poets. This film is a story about the Armenian poet Sayat-Nova: how he grows up, falls in love, goes to a monastery and dies. One of the greatest masterpieces of 20th century cinema. The most unusual film-biography based on real events. The director, the great Sergei Parajanov, a brilliant representative of the “new Soviet wave,” staged a cinematic experiment that was bold for the USSR . The plot of the film is given allegorically. Through visual images: colors, dances, music and pantomime. Even the casting decisions here are unusual. The amazing Sofiko Chiaureli played six roles in the film! Both male and female!
“Tchaikovsky”. USSR, 1970
Biographical, Drama
A real masterpiece in the genre of films about composers and musicians, it was nominated for two Oscar statuettes. This is a story about the brightest moments of the composer’s life. The creators of the picture tried to convey his unique attitude and lift the veil of secrecy that hides the personality of a genius. The “minor” heroes Rubinstein, Turgenev, Laroche appear and then disappear again. And … the incomparable acting work of the classic of Russian cinema Innokenty Smoktunovsky, or Tchaikovsky – in the film they are one whole, so we can say that this is also a film about an outstanding actor.
“Assa”. USSR, 1987
Drama
Popular rock musicians took part in the cult film. What is only a star named Viktor Tsoi. The soundtrack includes songs by Boris Grebenshchikov and the Aquarium group, Zhanna Aguzarova with the Bravo group, and the Kino group. So “Assu” with good reason can be called a film about rock musicians.The plot, in general, is uncomplicated. A young girl, longing for a bright and comfortable life, connects her fate with a major gangster “authority”. But there is another life, with wind and music, the life of the Bananan boy. And these two lives tragically collide…
“Amadeus”. USA, France, 1984
Biographical, Drama, Historical
The story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri.Created by Milos Forman in 1984, the picture is not a classic life story film . However, this is a wonderful film about music and musicians, as well as an “eternal” story about genius and villainy. And it has touches that match the true story.1781. Antonio Salieri – the famous court composer of the emperor – is trying to fight the divine musical gift of Mozart. He is blinded by envy and plots to destroy the composer at all costs. The main thing is to catch the mood of the film in time and remember that Salieri became the killer and executioner with the light hand of another genius – our compatriot Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. In reality, Salieri was more popular than Mozart…
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