A Film Rumination: A Sunday in the Country, Bertrand Tavernier (1984)

March 9, 2011March 9, 2011 / Joachim Boaz / Leave a comment

7/10 (Good)

The famous French director Bertrand Tavernier has produced some remarkable films (Coup de Torchon and Life and Nothing But for example). A Sunday in the Country is considered by many to be among his best. My opinion is more tempered — if you’re in the mood for a minimalist family drama in the beautiful French countryside without much “drama” Continue reading →

A Film Rumination: Life and Nothing But, Bertrand Tavernier (1989)

October 8, 2010October 11, 2020 / Joachim Boaz / 5 Comments

7.75/10 (Good)

Won BAFTA Award for Best Film not in the English Language, 9 Caesar Award nominations (French Oscars) and two wins

Fresh off Continue reading →

A Film Rumination: Coup de Torchon, Bertrand Tavernier (1981)

October 1, 2010December 27, 2010 / Joachim Boaz / 4 Comments

8.5/10 (Very Good)

Oscar Nomination: Best Foreign Language Film, 10 Caesar Award (French Oscar) nominations

It’s taken me a while to gather the courage Continue reading →