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Movie AmericaBabylon(2022): Damien Chazelle’s vividly colored depiction of Hollywood’s hellscape.
Damien Chazelle, the youngest director to win an Academy Award for Best Director with La La Land, has released a new film that has shocked many viewers. Some might describe it as a “vulgar black comedy version of Singin' in the Rain,” depicting the shift from silent films to talkies in a deliberately crude, tasteless way. Still, this boldness and “filthiness” are so purposeful that they become strengths of the film. -

Movie JapanGrasshopper: A dark and thrilling ensemble drama of those who defy fate.
The film struggled to build tension, and Suzuki, the main character, didn't stand out. It almost felt like his role could have been left out, since he barely made an impact on the story. The characters mostly acted independently. Although the synopsis suggests their stories converge, the ending felt unnatural and forced, lacking a genuine sense that everything was meant to connect.





