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From death to birth, “Last Days” showed Kurt Cobain fade from man to myth

Last Days
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A look at death as the great equalizer, Gus Van Sant’s Kurt Cobain-inspired drama looks at the decay from man to myth—but never legend.

Liam Carroll Posted on June 20, 2020July 2, 2020

“Elephant” forced us to see the normal inside the horrific

Elephant
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Bringing the works of Tarr and Akerman to modern America, Gus Van Sant’s drama about student life around a school shooting remains a vital work.

Soham Gadre Posted on June 18, 2020June 18, 2020
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