The Foreign Film Academy

Brittany and Sydney watch The Intouchables, a french comedy/drama directed by Olivier Nakache and Éric Toledano. They discuss the morality of watching a Weinstein Company film, as well as get into some criticism the film received. It's surprising such a fun film brought up such serious discussion. 

This week we talk about The Platform. A Spanish film about an inmate (Goreng) who wakes up and learns that he is in a concrete reformatory composed of hundred of levels. Each day, an elaborate feast is laid out on the platform, which drops from floor to floor. Each level can only eat the leftovers of those above. There's supposedly enough food for everyone if the prisoners only eat what they need. 

This film is a story about selfishness, inequality, and a commentary on social greed.... We love it because Brittany was scared to watch most of it.... enjoy!

This week we watched Andhadhun directed by Sriram Raghavan. This Bollywood film had complex plot and drama but still managed to keep things funny and engaging. It also champions a great song that Brittany is obsessed with... so that's an added bonus.

Directed by Sebastian Schipper, Victoria takes us on a journey through the Berlin crime scene from 4am-7am. This film was shot in ONE take and is absolutely incredible all the way through. Brittany and Sydney think this movie is not only impressive but charming and full of love in the most random places. 

Brittany and Sydney watch Spirited Away for the first time, and discuss Hayao Miyazaki's unique filmmaking style. They are specifically impressed with his concept of "ma" and his confidence in the story throughout the filmmaking process. 

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If you would like to watch along, next week's film will be Victoria by Sebastian Schipper.