May 13, 2022
Around the World: Europe
Lastly, we come back to the US for a look at the world of American cinema. Without a doubt the country with the most popular film industry and with the greatest cultural capital, America boasts a surprising number of films that have been forgotten, neglected, or cast out. No film is worth being left in the dust to be ignored, so here are some less-remembered films that should be recognized.The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)
This film follows the rise of Jesus of Nazareth, who leads his people to salvation and revolution, while doubt and pressure plagues his mind. Despite the initial controversy upon its release, the film is a beautiful meditation on faith and devotion starring Willem Dafoe as Jesus and directed by none other than Martin Scorsese. For one of the most engaging religious films by one of the greatest directors living today, this work is a piece of art.Animal Farm (1954)
This animated film depicts the revolution of the animals on Manor Farm, to be named Animal Farm, which falls to dictatorship. An adaptation of the George Orwell book of the same name, this is a unique animated movie because it was made during Disney’s Silver Age in the ‘50s and is as colorful as films like Cinderella and Peter Pan, yet much darker in themes and imagery. For proof animated films aren’t just for kids—*cough*Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences*cough*—you can’t ignore this one.