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28 Days Later

28 Days Later

“28 Days Later” is a cinematic work that redefined the horror and post-apocalyptic genre, blending suspense, intense action, and deep reflection on humanity and society. Directed by the visionary Danny Boyle, known for his ability to create films that leave an indelible mark on popular culture, this 2002 film stands out for its innovative narrative and technical execution.

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events

The story follows the misadventures of Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire, three orphans who, after the mysterious death of their parents in a fire, are placed in the care of their distant relative, the evil Count Olaf. Olaf, masterfully portrayed by Jim Carrey, is determined to get his hands on the Baudelaire’s vast inheritance and will use any means necessary to achieve his goal.

The Origin of the Danse Macabre

The Origin of the Danse Macabre

In the late Middle Ages, between the 14th and 15th centuries, the motif of the “Danse Macabre” first appeared in conjunction with the plague. The catastrophic epidemic that struck Europe between 1347 and 1351, known as the Black Death, laid the groundwork for a more complex reflection on human mortality and its relationship with earthly reality.

Stardust

Stardust

The story begins in the small village of Wall, so named because it is separated by a stone wall that divides the real world from the magical one. Tristan Thorn (Charlie Cox), a young dreamer, promises his beloved Victoria (Sienna Miller) that he will retrieve a fallen star to prove his love.

vampyr

Vampyr

The protagonist of Vampyr is Jonathan Reid, a London doctor. Upon returning to the city after World War I, he is attacked by a vampire and condemned to eternal life. Jonathan is forced to accept his cursed existence but seeks to understand why he was transformed, an “honor” certainly not granted to everyone.

Dario Argento's Cameos

Dario Argento’s Cameos

It’s no secret that Dario Argento, particularly with his early films, was a brilliant mind. Perhaps not everyone knows that he indirectly appeared in some scenes of his films: for example, the hands of the killers with leather gloves in Deep Red, The Bird with the Crystal Plumage, and The Cat o’ Nine Tails are indeed his.