This Arrow Films collection bring together 8 of Eric Rohmer's most influential films, including all 6 films from his Comedies and Proverbs series. Eric Rohmer is one of Europe's most celebrated and prolific directors whose subtle directional techniques have enchanted fans and admirers for generations.
Dying in 1982 aged 37 of a drugs overdose, in his short but prolific life the "Enfant Terrible" of German cinema wrote, directed and starred in over 40 films. This commemorative collection brings together nine of his finest works from 1969 to 1972. Hugely influential on the current finest world cinema directors including Werner Herzog, Wim Wenders and Pedro Almodovar, this superlative collection of films is part one of a 2-part collection from one of the giants of European Cinema.
WITH SOME OF THE MOST POWERFUL AND BEAUTIFULLY SHOT FILMS EVER COMMITTED TO SCREEN, THIS SUPERLATIVE COLLECTION INCLUDES 5 OF THE MOST IMPORTANT FILMS IN THE HISTORY OF CINEMA.
Rooted in the Italian resistance during the close of World War II, Neo-realism was greatly influenced by socio-historical factors of the time. From the German occupation to the devastating aftermath of the War and the hopelessness of reconstruction that ensued, Neo-realism painted a picture of "real" Italian life. Few other periods of film history are so deeply influenced by the political ideal and social
resistance from a heavily guarded prison. However, sinister forces in the corridors of power have done a deal with the corrupt government, leaving the mercenaries stranded, their escape route cut off. Forced to flee across treacherous terrain, they battle the marauding armies who will stop at nothing to prevent them completing their mission
