Darius Khondji
1) Evita
Description
The true-life story of Eva Perón, a former B-picture Argentinian actress who, despite her scandalous past, rises from childhood poverty to become the beloved and hated First Lady of Argentina alongside President Juan Domingo Perón. Set against the backdrop of Eva's death on July 26, 1952, the narrative explores her journey from an illegitimate child in Junín to her ascent as First Lady, showcasing her relationships, political influence, and glamorous...
Description
This fantastically twisted fairy tale is chock-full of curious characters and special effects. A sad and heartbroken madman, Krank, is aging prematurely because he can't dream. He kidnaps little children, hoping that eventually he will find a way to steal their sleeping thoughts. The story takes the form of a quest, as a sentimental harpooner-turned-fairground strongman, One, sets out to find his young brother on a dilapidated oil rig. He soon falls...
4) Delicatessen
Description
In a futuristic society where meat is a rare commodity, a delicatessen serves up its customers as a nutritious replacement.