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OPENING NIGHT (1977) : Inside I feel 18 years old

Posted on July 2, 2014 by rinaross

In my previous post I analysed a 4 minutes scene where Myrtle is challenged about her inability to act the role of an older woman, Virginia, or disclose her age. This crucial scene occurs nearly half way through the film. It … Continue reading →

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OPENING NIGHT: age does not matter?

Posted on June 22, 2014 by rinaross

I cannot remember when I first saw Cassavetes’ Opening Night (1977), maybe before I got interested  in the representation of old women in film.  All I remember is that I came out of the cinema bewildered. I did not understand its style, … Continue reading →

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