S’Accabadora
This figure is shrouded in mystery and superstition and has been the subject of debates and controversies for many years. The term “s’accabadora” derives from Sardinian and literally means “she who puts an end.”
Month: July 2023
The House That Jack Built
The film unfolds through a series of episodes depicting the murders committed by Jack (masterfully portrayed by Matt Dillon), a successful architect leading a double life. While continuing his profession in society, Jack also indulges in serial killing, aiming to create his masterpiece of violence and death. Through dialogues with a mysterious figure named Verge (played by Bruno Ganz), Jack reflects on his life, his art, and his philosophy, trying to make sense of his actions.
The Essex Tragedy
The Essex tragedy is a well-known historical event that occurred in 1819 and involved a whaling ship named Essex. This tragic incident became famous because it inspired the novel “Moby-Dick” written by Herman Melville.
A Nightmare on Elm Street
The film follows the story of a group of teenagers, including the protagonist Nancy Thompson (played by Heather Langenkamp), and her friend Glen (Johnny Depp), who begin to experience terrifying nightmares involving a man with a disfigured face and razor-bladed gardening gloves.
The Promised Neverland
Based on the manga of the same name written by Kaiu Shirai and illustrated by Posuka Demizu, the series has managed to touch emotional and psychological chords, taking viewers into an intricate and dark world.
Promising Young Woman
The film tells the story of Cassie Thomas, masterfully portrayed by Carey Mulligan, a smart and charming young woman who dropped out of college to care for her sick mother. Far from her dreams of graduation and a career, Cassie leads an apparently ordinary life but hides a nocturnal secret.
Sonatine
An old and weary gangster named Murakawa is forced by his boss Kitajima to undertake one last mission to end a war between rival gangs.
Bone Tomahawk
The tranquility of the small village of Bright Hope is shattered by a disturbing nighttime event: Samantha (a nurse), an injured criminal, and the young deputy sheriff have vanished without a trace.
It is soon discovered that they were taken by a tribe of cannibalistic cavemen. The sheriff and three other men, including the woman’s husband, decide to set out to find and rescue the unfortunate victims.
Erin Brockovich
The film opens with the protagonist, played by Julia Roberts, who is an unemployed single mother in a precarious financial situation. After a car accident, Erin decides to sue the other driver but fails to win the case. Despite this, she is hired as a legal assistant at a small law firm, where she begins working on a case involving local water contamination.
Lucifer
The TV series, based on the character created by Neil Gaiman for the comic book series “The Sandman,” quickly gained a massive fan base worldwide. With its unique plot, irresistible humor, and an exceptional cast, Lucifer has captured the imagination of viewers since its first season in 2016.