Pierrot le fou
Directed and written by Jean-Luc Godard, starring Jean-Paul Belmondo, and Anna Karina.
Ferdinand Griffon (Belmondo) is unhappily married with two kids. While contemplating what to do with his life, he becomes reacquainted with an old girlfriend, Marianne Renoir (Karina). The two decide to run away together, and go on a months long journey. On their journey, the two deal with feelings of love and hate toward each other and themselves.
Godard's postmodern tale is filled with vibrant colors and pop culture references. Godard's direction fits the frentic nature of the story, as do Belmondo and Karina's performances. As demanding and engaging as the facets of life, culture, and love that it comments on, Peirrot le fou is a fine film.
Toby Dammit
Directed by and co-written by Federico Fellini, starring Terrence Stamp.
Toby Dammit is an English actor that is quickly slipping into his own hell. Haunted by the visage of his inner demons personified, Dammit tries to dull his senses with alcohol, which causes a decline in his professional demand. When promised a Ferarri for appearing in a production in Italy, Dammit rushes head-first into a dream-like battle with himself.
Fellini's segment Toby Dammit from the Poe adaptation omnibus Histoires extraordinaires (aka Spirits of the Dead) is incredible. Fellini's use of the character's inner turmoil as the driving force of the story allows one to delve into the nightmarish tale. Stamp's portrayal of a washed-up actor that seals his own fate is terrific. A fantastical and intriguing film from the Italian Cinema maestro.
Next time:
The Day the Earth Stood Still
Silent Night, Deadly Night
Executioners
Irma Vep
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