Munch’s Many Screams

Edvard Munch’s most iconic work, The Scream, is universally recognized as one of the most powerful representations of human anguish. Less known is the fact that The Scream exists in four different versions, created by the artist between 1893 and 1910. Each version is a unique interpretation of the same theme, revealing Munch’s complex and multifaceted vision of inner torment. Let’s explore the four main versions and the meanings each carries.

Kathy Bates Says Goodbye to the Screen

One of Hollywood’s most beloved and respected actresses has officially announced her retirement from acting. With a career spanning over four decades, Bates has delivered memorable performances in films, TV series, and on stage, earning numerous awards, including an Oscar for Misery. Her departure leaves a void in the hearts of fans and the film industry, marking the end of an era where her charismatic presence made a lasting impact.

I found you, Kunta Kinte! RIP James Earl Jones

The world is mourning the loss of James Earl Jones, the iconic actor known for his deep, commanding voice and extraordinary talent, who passed away at the age of 93. Jones, whose career spanned over seven decades, left an indelible mark on both stage and screen, becoming a cultural cornerstone with roles ranging from the sinister Darth Vader in Star Wars to the wise and fatherly Mufasa in The Lion King.

The Room Next Door

Pedro Almodóvar achieved a historic triumph at the 81st Venice International Film Festival 2024, taking home the Golden Lion with his new masterpiece The Room Next Door (La Stanza Accanto), a film that moved and surprised critics and audiences with its emotional intensity and the complexity of the themes it tackles. The Spanish director, already known for his deeply intimate stories and his sensitivity in portraying human dramas, returns with a work that directly addresses issues such as euthanasia, illness, and pain, but also friendship, forgiveness, and reconciliation.

I Am Alive

The events of I Am Alive take place in the city of Haventon, a place devastated by an unspecified cataclysm.
Adam Collins, our protagonist, is searching for his family, with whom he lost contact after leaving for a trip. Upon returning home, he finds no one to welcome him. He will then embark on a desperate search for his wife and daughter in a hostile world full of dangers.