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The Cannes 2026 Dispatches: Unpacking the Festival’s Opening Salvos
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival has officially descended upon the Croisette, transforming the French Riviera into the global epicenter of cinephilia. As the Film Comment team settles into the frantic, high-stakes atmosphere of the Palais des Festivals, the buzz surrounding this year’s competition slate is palpable. With a roster featuring titans of world cinema—including Ryūsuke […]
The Eternal Voyage: Unpacking the Myth, Legacy, and Literary Mastermind of Homer’s Odysseus
The figure of Odysseus stands as one of the most enduring and complex titans of ancient Greek mythology. As the legendary King of Ithaca, his exploits have been immortalized primarily through the Odyssey, an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer. Written near the end of the 8th century BCE, this monumental work […]
A Tapestry of Dreams and Trauma: Unpacking Kamila Andini’s "Before, Now & Then (Nana)"
Main Facts "Before, Now & Then," originally titled Nana, is a critically acclaimed Indonesian drama film directed by Kamila Andini. Released in 2022, the film quickly garnered international attention for its evocative storytelling, stunning cinematography, and profound exploration of a woman’s internal world against the backdrop of a tumultuous historical period. Starring Happy Salma in […]