“Everything I learned I learned from the movies.”
― Audrey Hepburn
All tagged foreign film
The death of a child is one of the toughest subjects any film can broach, but this Kenyan family drama handles the topic with uncommon grace, genuine sweetness and emotional sincerity.
Anyone who can make it through the visceral brutality of this film's first act must then endure a gripping but emotionally punishing rebuke of colonialism dressed up as a revenge thriller.
An all-but-forgotten plane crash that killed a United Nations secretary quickly unfolds a vast conspiracy to control the future of Africa in this mystery-documentary.
Like the proverbial frog in boiling water, this enigmatic, cryptic and unconventional Polish thriller patiently immerses the audience into an upsetting nightmare.
What "Shaun of the Dead" did for zombies and "What We Do in the Shadows" did for vampires, this hilariously off-kilter horror comedy is an absurd take on the demonic possession genre.
A story of a teen trying to join a track team is pretty straightforward - however, this sports drama focuses more on a young phenom's sudden fame, and what it means for him and his aspirations.
Sometimes the Seattle International Film Festival is your best, last and only chance to see some great films. Here some SIFF favorites that are not available on any platform.
The similarities between this British drama and "Brokeback Mountain" only go as far as the basic premise. This patient drama is more nuanced and less melodramatic than Ang Lee's classic.
The winding, wandering plot of this nearly two-and-a half-hour esoteric Swedish drama will challenge the patience of its audience.
Long before the most recognizable superstar singers, there was an international French diva who recorded songs in 10 languages and was the first artist to earn platinum and diamond honors. This biopic tells the much more interesting story of the singer's stormy personal life off-stage.
Lead actress Elina Vaska's incredible performance is reminiscent of Jennifer Lawrence in "Winter's Bone."
Go see this utterly insane Ugandan micro-budget action flick. That's not a suggestion - that's an imperative.
The inner workings of an arsonist are explored in this Norwegian psychological drama.
The Japanese family drama "After the Storm" (screening at the 43rd Seattle International Film Festival starting May 19) is a subtle meditation that ponders the fleeting nature of life and the bonds of family.
This pensive drama is a strong showcase for its lead actor, who gives a soulful and understated performance worthy of acclaim.
The origin of Haakon IV of Norway is the stuff of legend. The story is every bit extraordinary as it is unbelievable
Rarely is a film such a joyous, vibrant, heartbreaking and powerful tapestry of emotions and social commentary.
The Auschwitz death camp drama is unlike any Holocaust film you've ever seen.
