It’s been a while since I last sat down to watch a long series. Thankfully, it wasn’t a waste of time. This is a show worth watching. If we set aside the strict line between fiction and reality for a moment, we can uncover some
This black-and-white film made me truly grasp the saying, “It’s not who you are, but what you do that matters.” Before watching, I used to think samurai were battlefield warriors, driven by a thirst for glory and unafraid to lay down their lives. But it
This film never made it to theaters, yet it remains a Vietnamese cinematic gem worth watching. Before diving into lofty ideals, what struck me most was its raw authenticity. While many acclaimed films hit the big screen without capturing real life, Dust of Life: Chợ
A black-and-white film that paints every shade of emotion for its viewers, Casablanca is a love saga about people who truly know how to love. Set during World War II, the film’s unique backdrop lays bare every facet of the human soul—from utter cruelty to
La-La Land: The happiness of dreamers left unfinished. Ha-Ha Land: The confessions of dreamers left unfinished. Everyone has dreams, but when they choose to live only in reality, they let those dreams slip away. To me, the Joker is a fascinating villain because his evil
That evening, my best friend and I sat down for hot pot. Both of us are freelancers—working and running our own businesses. Every three months, we catch up to chat. The conversation drifted from careers to future plans, and then my friend brought up Upstream
Coraline (2009) is a stop-motion animated film with a slightly dark, eerie vibe. Adapted from Neil Gaiman’s novel, it’s a tale that lingers. A friend introduced me to Coraline’s character, sparking my curiosity to watch the movie. It might be a bit spooky for younger
This animated film dives into congenital deafness and school bullying, but I also see threads of friendship, humanity, inner conflict, and the disconnect between ourselves and the world. A Shift in the Classroom At school, Ishida, a lively, mischievous boy, thrives with his friends. Things
If you’re still wrestling with what life’s essence is, watch Life Is Beautiful, directed and starred in by Roberto Benigni. It unveils a truth: life mirrors our character and actions. Guido’s Journey The film follows Guido, a Jewish man who moves to Italy to start
This is a film that often brings tears while watching and inspires people to recommend it afterward. It carries a profound message, a beautiful sorrow, a pure love, and a fierce faith. Could that be the recipe for life’s “miracle”? The Story Miracle in Cell
