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FILMS AND SERIES on the crest of a wave

The fiction industry continues to triumph in cinemas and on digital platforms. Films and series with huge budgets and starring top actors are on the crest of a wave for their high quality, enthusing the whole world.

Babylon

Among the most outstanding films of recent months is Babylon, directed by Damien Chazelle. With an A-list cast that includes Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie, it chronicles the rise and fall of its protagonists in Hollywood’s transition from silent films to talkies in the late 1920s.

With the world premiere by Paramount Pictures, critics have praised the film’s carefully crafted cinematography, exquisite soundtrack and cast’s performances, in addition to its screenplay.

Brad Pitt, who expressly requested that the film include a kiss with Margot Robbie, demonstrates that he can shine as brightly as he did at the beginning of his career, proving right those who consider him one of the most attractive and talented actors in the international film scene.

With the world premiere by Paramount Pictures, critics have praised the film’s carefully crafted cinematography, exquisite soundtrack and cast’s performances, in addition to its screenplay.

T R

TÁR tells the story of renowned musician, Lydia Tár, days before recording the symphony that will boost her career. When it seems that all elements are conspiring against her, Lydia’s adopted daughter Petra becomes an invaluable emotional support for her mother, who is engulfed in an emotionally complex moment.

Directed by Todd Field, the film features a moving performance by Cate Blanchett, as the lead in a large ensemble cast that also includes Noémie Merlant and Nina Hoss. Critics have praised Blanchett’s performance, but also the film’s careful editing and direction, as well as its sound design and editing. All this has contributed to it being considered one of the best films of the season.

The Crown

Among the production of audiovisual fiction in Europe, The Crown is considered one of the best series in recent times. It tells the story of the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II, and is produced by Left Bank Pictures and Sony Pictures Television for Netflix.

With an estimated production budget of 260 million USD, it has become one of the most expensive television series in history, standing out for the quality of its production and the performance of its actors, who change as new episodes are released.

The final episode of season five features Princess Diana’s trip to France as a guest of Mohamed Al-Fayed, and Queen Elizabeth II’s farewell to the royal yacht Britannia. As the events of the next season are set to unfold, it has been revealed that it will deal with the death of Diana of Wales, which has already sent shockwaves through the British public.

The final episode of season five features Princess Diana’s trip to France as a guest of Mohamed Al-Fayed, and Queen Elizabeth II’s farewell to the royal yacht Britannia.