This one might stir controversy if more people read my blog, but I have an opinion that I can no longer hide. But I must also state for the record that Bergman is one of the best storytellers of our time! As I’ve written previously about how several of his films transcend traditional narrative and … More My Least Favourite Bergman Film
Some years ago, I was incredibly ill and decided that my only option was to stay in bed and watch some films. (The same thing I’d be doing if I wasn’t sick to be honest). I’d only recently discovered Bergman and I was excited to discover another of his works. Winter Light (1963) has become … More The Advanced Themes of Ingmar Bergman’s Winter Light
Asking me to analyse “The Seventh Seal” is like asking me to climb Everest…Or asking me to perform open heart surgery…Or asking me to participate in a social interaction without being just a little bit awkward. I cannot do it. Not only that but so many people have done it already; that there is nothing … More Milk and Strawberries: The Seventh Seal
“Once you get over the one inch tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films” Bong Jong Ho said this year at the Golden Globes. (Long, 2020).The Oscar winner was referring to the “Hollywood Myopia” towards Foreign Language films, which despite growing critical praise and acclaim, do not benefit … More Art Cinema Practice: Tokyo Story & Wild Strawberries
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