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Going to the cinema is an act of love: this week’s film recommendations
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Film careers and this week’s tips
Going to the cinema is an act of love. For oneself and for the great team behind a film: not just directors, actors, screenwriters and producers. But also assistants, cameramen, sound engineers, editors, set designers, make-up and hair stylists, script supervisors and many, many, many other roles, all of which are essential to the success of a film. We’ll be trying to talk about them in this new column, called Casablanca, to explain to film buffs, those who might become film buffs, and casual viewers just how much professionalism it takes to cover even a small part of the journey that leads to a film.
Going to the cinema is an act of love on the part of those who go, too. It requires an effort – first and foremost in terms of energy (we usually go in the evening after work), money (not just the ticket, but also transport, parking if needed, a pizza, and babysitting for young parents), and understanding. The writer will endeavour to be as dedicated as possible to this endeavour, offering sincere advice so that the cinema may be an enriching experience. We may not always agree, but in any case, this is an invitation to try out a different perspective.
Why the title ‘Casablanca’
Casablanca by Michael Curtiz is a blend of many genres (war, espionage, romance, action, politics), with the depth of black-and-white cinema, featuring two actors of irresistible charm, Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart, and because you find yourself glued to the screen even though it’s a film from 1942.
These recommendations are for the big screen and, where possible, in the original language – not out of snobbery. The original language reveals a great deal about an actor’s performance and, whilst it may be a little difficult at first, from the second viewing onwards it becomes indispensable. Why the big screen? Because it induces a kind of trance, thanks to which the viewer, if they love the film, becomes the film itself. Then there’s the connection with others: realising whether we’re laughing or crying alongside them fosters empathy or raises questions – it makes us feel alive. There are also recommendations for catching up on some classic films and in-depth features. Between the lines, you’ll also find ‘Fuori campo’, the weekly video column dedicated to the big screen.
Have a lovely weekend and enjoy the films.
