City of Life and Death

Devastating and emotionally draining.  One of the best war movies I've ever seen.

Rapture

Hypnotizing.  Dream-like.  Patricia Gozzi - amazing.

Donkey Skin

Absolutely charming.  I wish family films today were as smart as this.

Brainstorm (1965)

An oddly entertaining film.  Kinda falls apart at the end, but in a charming sort of "noir" way.....

Pather Pachali

I had planned on watching several movies this weekend - but after watching this, I think I need to let this one sink in.  Powerful stuff - film-making at it's highest level.

Europa '51

I've only seen a few movies that accurately portray the anguish of losing a child.  This is one of them  (In America & The Sweet Hereafter being the others).  But despite the heaviness of themes, Rossellini somehow manages to tell a story that isn't overall depressing.  In fact, this is a film that makes you think - about many aspects of society and life values.  Highest recommendation.

The Mating Season

I wish Hollywood could make comedies as good as this again.  Thelma Ritter is wonderful and Gene Tierney is always mesmerizing.  Wonderful film, highly recommended.