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'MaXXXine', the conclusion of the trilogy is an homage to genre cinema

The third instalment of the franchise directed by Ti West and starring Mia Goth is arriving in cinemas. Also among the new releases is 'Invelle' by Simone Massi

by Andrea Chimento

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We have reached the conclusion of what can now be defined as the 'X Trilogy': in Italian cinemas this week saw the release of 'MaXXXine', the third chapter of the saga directed by Ti West, which began with 'X - A Sexy Horror Story' and continued with 'Pearl', a prequel to the first film.

The protagonist is as always Mia Goth, here as Maxine, an established actress in the world of hardcore cinema, but with decidedly different ambitions. She would like to become a big star and the opportunity presents itself to her thanks to the production of a horror film in which she will be the main performer. Things, however, take a turn for the worse because of a serial killer and a detective who threaten her, for different reasons.

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Set in the mid-1980s, 'MaXXXine' is a film deeply connected to the period it has chosen to deal with: it is no coincidence that we are in the middle of a decade in which the pornography industry, and the film industry in general, undergoes a major change.

Director Ti West recounts all the cruelty of Hollywood, the shadows rather than the lights of the Mecca of Cinema, always placing a strong emphasis on the period described, also and above all because of the formal choices made.

From the cinematography to the soundtrack, passing by cult objects of those years (including VHS), 'MaXXXine' is yet another revival film of the 1980s, a decade that continues to haunt and fascinate so many filmmakers today.

Everything then revolves around a character, well played by Mia Goth, who is willing to do anything to realise her big dream and, on this front too, there is no shortage of actions capable of pillorying the Hollywood universe.

“MaXXXine” e gli altri film della settimana

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Continuous quotations

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In addition to criticism of Hollywood, however, Ti West looks to the world of genre cinema, B-movies, horror films and slashers, which have always been the main reference of his trilogy.

In 'MaXXXine' the quotations are continuous, between inspirations that are not so easy to find, and very explicit references: from the detective dressed and waxed like Jack Nicholson in 'Chinatown' to the house-motel in 'Psycho', passing through some sequences that recall the style of Brian De Palma.

Just as the director certainly enjoyed himself, the cinephile audience can also have fun unearthing links with films of the past, provided they play along with a film that alternates between successful and incisive moments and others now lacking in originality.

It is indeed not a product of great flashes 'MaXXXine', but it still manages to do its duty as a film designed for fans of the genre and is able to offer good overall entertainment.

In addition to Mia Goth, the cast also includes Elizabeth Debicki, Lily Collins and Kevin Bacon.

Invelle

Among the week's new releases, an important mention is for 'Invelle', an animated film by Simone Massi.

Set in three different epochs, 'Invelle' tells the story of three children: the first is Zelinda, an orphaned mother, who died for the Spanish during the First World War, while her father is at war; the second is Assunta, who lives during the Nazi period, amid bombings, executions, raids and racial laws; the third is Icaro, a peasant child who lives during the Lead Years.

Presented at the 2023 Venice Film Festival, 'Invelle' is a powerful portrait of the last century, between memories and affections, hopes and nostalgia.

After many interesting short films, Massi makes his feature debut with this film that is as dramatic as it is poetic, a lyrical poem with a visionary style but extremely realistic content.

A film that should be seen on the big screen and should also be shown in schools.

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