

Is this thing worth your time? If you like old French comedies from the 30s, you’ll probably find Charlemagne perfectly fine. It’s light, it’s breezy, and it doesn't try to change the world. But if you need a fast pace or something that keeps you on the edge of your seat, stay far away. This is for people who like watc...


Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

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"Is this thing worth your time? If you like old French comedies from the 30s, you’ll probably find Charlemagne perfectly fine. It’s light, it’s breezy, and it doesn't try to change the world. But if you need a fast pace or something that keeps you on the edge of your seat, stay far away. This is for people who like watching actors chew on the scenery for a bit of fun. Raimu is the whole show here, honestly. He has this way of looking annoyed that makes the entire movie feel grounded. Even when t..."
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J.M. Barrie, Yves Mirande
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