Tag Archives: French Films
Classic of the Week: “Le Corbeau” (1943)
This hidden gem, directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot and starring Pierre Fresnay (“Grand Illusion”), was released in 1943 amidst a considerable amount of controversy; Clouzot was fired by Continental Films, the Franco-German production company responsible for the film, just before it’s … Continue reading
Mini-Review: “Summer Hours” (2009)
A beautiful, melancholy, and moving film by French auteur Olivier Assayas that centers around 3 siblings who have to deal with the family estate after their mother’s death. The cast is superb, with Juliette Binoche and Edith Scob turning in … Continue reading
