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Tag Archives: Silent movie
The Great Buster: A Celebration (2018) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): The Great Stone Face
As far as I remember, I only watched a few works of Buster Keaton (Shame on me!), but those films were more than enough to show me that he was an extraordinary silent movie star to be appreciated and admired. … Continue reading
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Blancanieves (2012) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Snow White told through silent movie
Spanish silent film “Blancanieves” is an enchanting work which will show you that silent film is always ready for embracing you if you give a chance. Inspired by one of the famous fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm, the movie … Continue reading
The Artist (2011) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : A charming/loving homage to the silent film era
Despite lots of acclaims and awards it has recently garnered throughout the Oscar season of this year at present, I have a feeling that “The Artist” may not get a wide release in South Korean theaters in the next month. … Continue reading





