The Best Iranian Movies You Shouldn’t Miss | Top 5

Best Iranian Movies

Iran, like many countries, has navigated a complex and turbulent political history that has profoundly shaped its cinematic landscape. One pivotal chapter in this narrative was the revolution in 1979, a transformative event that birthed a unique cinematic movement. To fully appreciate the rich tapestry of Iranian cinema today, it is imperative to delve into […]

Top 10 Bollywood Movies That You Will Love

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Are you a veteran when it comes to Bollywood Movies?  Or are you new to Indian cinema?  In any case, you’ve come to the right place! When people talk about films, they mostly know and watch Hollywood movies.  However, countries like India, South Korea, France, and Iran produce entirely different movies that are different from […]

Need New Films? The Best Filipino Movies

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What are the best Filipino Movies?  The Philippines is full of culture with diverse influences from many invading countries in the past – and the entertainment industry is not crossed off the list. Creating Pelikulang Pilipino (Cinema of the Philippines) started during the late 1900s – and for a good reason. We have different actors and actresses […]

How to Know Brazil | 11 Best Brazilian Movies

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Are you curious about the artistic and varied cinematic landscape of Brazil? Brazilian cinema has something for every taste, from drama to humor, action to romance. But there are so many movies that it can take time to figure out where to begin.  This article presents a selection of the best Brazilian films that have […]

How To Know Japan Cinema | 16 Best Japanese Movies

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Are you a fan of Japanese cinema or looking to discover some of the greatest movies that Japan has to offer? Japan is a country that has a rich cinematic history, renowned for producing some of the most iconic films in world cinema. From timeless classics like Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai to modern masterpieces like […]

The 10 Best Vietnamese Films That You Will Love Watching

The 10 Best Vietnamese Films That You Will Love Watching When growing up, I watched many “Vietnamese” movies, only to later realize that they were, in fact, American movies. I am talking about American war movies like “Apocalypse Now,” “Full Metal Jacket,”, “Platoon”, “Hamburger Hill” or “Good morning, Vietnam.” Although entertaining and some movies are […]

What Do You Watch? Top 10 Foreign Films 2022

Foreign Films 2022

As we’re getting close to the end of 2022, I want to share the best foreign films I have watched this year. Mainstream movies aren’t just Hollywood blockbusters or the occasional British comedy anymore. With the rise of mass home cinema in the last ten years and the fact that you can get almost anything […]

The Best 10 Korean Movies of All Time

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Korean movies are hot. After the success of Squid Game, Netflix is doubling its investment in Korean films and series.  Have you already jumped on the bandwagon? If you haven’t, check out these top 10 Korean movies. If you are already a fan, pick the first movie you haven’t seen yet. I ordered the list […]

The Best Nigerian Contemporary Movies By Expert Wilfred Okiche

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Wilfred Okiche is one of the most influential Nigerian film critics. He’s worked for The Continent, The Africa Report, The Filmkrant, IndieWire, and RottenTomatoes.  He also participated in critic academies in Lagos, Durban, Rotterdam, and Stockholm. If you want to learn about the best Nigerian movies and artists, this is your chance! Wilfred and I discussed recommendations, […]

10 Best International Movies of 2020

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2020 was a great year to rediscover the joy of watching (international) movies.  I was lucky enough to have a housemate with a projector, a big white wall, and a Cineville pass (which is a Dutch subscription to arthouse movie theaters).  Due to Corona, Cineville launched a platform with approximately 6 new movies per week that we […]

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