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Brazil
Folha (PT)
National & Local
The macabre Soviet legend that inspired the first international success of the director of 'The Secret Agent'
Brazilian filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho drew inspiration from a chilling Soviet urban legend for his short film 'Vinil Verde', which marked his first major recognition at the Cannes Film Festival.
Mar 14 • 22:49 UTC
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Latvia
LSM
National & Local
Stalinist Fantasy Films in the 1950s – Very Expensive and Politically Engaged Cinema: A Cultural History Analysis
The article examines the legacy of Stalinist fantasy cinema in the 1950s, exploring its substantial political undertones and high production costs.
Mar 8 • 11:21 UTC
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Latvia
TVNET
National & Local
HALF A CENTURY ⟩ The First Political Film for Children in the Soviet Union – “The Trustworthy Friend Sancho”
The article discusses the creation of "The Trustworthy Friend Sancho," the first political film for children in the Soviet Union, and the challenges faced by director Jānis Streičs in bringing it to fruition.
Mar 5 • 14:55 UTC