Month: December 2023

Babadook

Babadook

Amelia (superbly portrayed by Essie Davis), a widowed mother, is grappling with Samuel, her six-year-old son. The child is particularly lively and perceived by everyone as troubled, obsessed with monsters. The mother seemingly manages the household dynamics in a controlled manner, building a loving relationship with her son.

Speak no Evil

Speak no Evil

A Danish family visits a Dutch family they met during a holiday in Tuscany. What was initially supposed to be a moment of serene conciliation will become a nightmare: the situation will slowly get out of hand when the Dutch reveal themselves to be very different from what they pretended to be, until the terrible and shocking final revelation.

The Nightmare

The Nightmare

“The Nightmare,” painted in 1781 by Johann Heinrich Füssli, is a pre-romantic masterpiece that delves into the realms of imagination and the irrational. This work, also known as “The Nightmare,” stands out for its emotional intensity and visual impact.