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Foreign Films New to View May 2024
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Alam
(Arabic) Despite being part of a young generation of Palestinian Arabs whose families chose to stay and challenge the Israeli state after Al-Nakba, 17-year-old Tamer and his friends are just like any other group of teenage boys. They clumsily search for drugs, flirt with girls, play video games, and slack off at school. However, when a beautiful new student named Maysaa' joins their class Tamer immediately falls for her and, by association, is drawn into her political activism. Together they join fellow classmate, Safwat, in an operation to covertly raise the Palestinian flag and peacefully disrupt the local celebrations planned for Israel's Independence Day otherwise known to Palestinians as a day of mourning and memorialization for their displacement 70 years prior. Unsure of his own political convictions, Tamer must quickly determine what matters to him and what price he is willing to pay for freedom.
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Amanda
(Italian) Born into an upper-class family with a doting mother who foots the bill for her indolent lifestyle, 24-year-old combative Amanda searches for boyfriends but only finds misfits who are repelled by her intensity. She longs for connection but has never had a friend of her own, until she discovers a long lost childhood bond, spurring a mission to convince another recluse that they are still best friends.
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Navillera
(Korean) A 70-year-old man with a dream and a 23-year-old man with a gift lift each other out of harsh realities and rise to the challenges of becoming ballet dancers.
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The Spring Poem
(Serbian) A single mother who is left without a husband, establishes power over her own life.
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The Eichmann Trial
(German) In 1961, history was on trial…in a trial that made history. Just 15 years after the end of WWII, the Holocaust had been largely forgotten. That changed with the capture of Adolf Eichmann, a former Nazi officer hiding in Argentina. Through rarely-seen archival footage, The Eichmann Trial documents one of the most shocking trials ever recorded, and the birth of Holocaust awareness and education.
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The Killing
(Danish) The Killing is a gripping Danish TV series that delves into the intricate world of crime, politics, and personal struggles. Centered on the talented and determined detective Sarah Lund, the show follows her relentless pursuit of justice while navigating the complexities of a high-stakes murder investigation. Set against the backdrop of a bleak and atmospheric Copenhagen, the series is renowned for its intense storytelling, multilayered characters, and meticulously crafted suspense. As each season unfolds, viewers are drawn into a web of secrets, lies, and unexpected twists, creating an immersive experience that keeps them on the edge of their seats. With its dark and moody cinematography, The Killing captures not only the procedural aspects of crime-solving but also delves into the psychological toll it takes on those involved. With its compelling narrative and intricate plot, the series has earned international acclaim and stands as a quintessential example of Scandinavian noir, leaving a lasting impact on crime drama enthusiasts worldwide.
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The Peasants
(Polish) From the creators of Loving Vincent, Jagna is a young woman determined to forge her own path in a late 19th century Polish village a hotbed of gossip, feuds, and deep-rooted patriarchy. When she finds herself caught between the desires of the village's richest farmer, his eldest son, and other men of the village, her resistance puts her on a collision course with the community around her.
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The Shadowless Tower
(Mandarin) Gu Wentong, a food critic facing a mid-life crisis, drifts through the local eateries of a vibrant Beijing with his young, female photographer Oyang whom he harbors an unspoken attraction. With his divorcé at hand and handling a 6-year-old daughter, he's being pressured to correct an estranged relationship with his father who he hasn't spoken to in decades. Looking for a new perspective on life while reconsidering his failings as a father, a son, and a lover, he's forced to make decisions to move forward. While the seasons come and go, people get together and move apart. Only one thing will remain the same: The White Pagoda is where they all meet sooner or later...
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The Teachers Lounge
(German) An idealistic middle school teacher who advocates for a student accused of stealing becomes embroiled in conflict when she becomes the target of a theft herself.
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