A broken fridge-freezer becomes a metaphor for the breakdown of a family — and perhaps society itself — in uneven comedy Complaint No. 713317.
Freeze Frames
Redmond Bacon
Redmond is the editor-in-chief of Journey Into Cinema.
Why Do I See Hybrids In Everything?
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White Lies. Painful Truths.
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Conrad & Crab – Idiotic Gems. A Charming Cosy Mystery.
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Butterfly Leaves No Effect
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Lesbians Forever!
Barbara Forever is a loving tribute to the life and work of Barbara Hammer that excellently shows how she paved the way for many queer filmmakers to come.
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10 Best Films 2025
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A Diamond on The Hudson
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