Chinatown - (Polanski;1974;USA) - ****
A private detective investigates an infidelity case, but falls into a world of corruption.
The greatest Neo-Noir ever. Jack Nicholson is in top form, as is Dunaway. Polanski's direction is rock solid, presenting some of the best cinematography, and a beautiful score. No negative comments from me.
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8½ - (Fellini;1963;Italy) - ****
A director constantly hassled by the people around him escapes into dreams, fantasies, and memories.
I agree with Omar that the original title, La Bella Confusione should've been used, as it describes the film: A Beautiful Confusion. This is Fellini's second best film, one of the greatest ever, and best about filmmaking. The direction is wonderful as is Mastroianni's acting. Nino Rota's music also adds a lot to the film's atmosphere.
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