Tag Archives: Saïd Taghmaoui

dignity and debauchery (film: The Forgiven – John Michael McDonagh, 2021)

Posted on September 30, 2026 by admin

‘The Forgiven‘—the 2021 film by writer-director John Michael McDonagh—holds all the makings of an intriguing movie capable of captivating fans of exotic thrillers, as well as viewers interested in cross-cultural encounters or the moral dimensions of taking responsibility. McDonagh’s screenplay … Continue reading →

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‘why do they hate us?’ (film: La haine – Mathieu Kassovitz, 1995)

Posted on December 26, 2022 by admin

‘La haine‘ – ‘Hate‘ is one of the most appropriate titles of movies I’ve seen lately. Many times, faced with violent social events, demonstrations and protests, we ask ourselves: ‘why do they hate us?’. The question is not new. Written … Continue reading →

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