The director of ‘I’m Still Here’ (2024) and ‘Central do Brasil’ (1998) created the ranking for the British magazine Sight and Sound; on the list are ‘Acossado’, by Jean-Luc Godard, and ‘Vidas Secas’, by Nelson Pereira dos Santos
The filmmaker, director of “I’m Still Here” (2024), “Central do Brasil” (1998), “The Motorcycle Diaries” (2004) and “On The Road” (2012), chose the ten best films of all time for the British magazine Sight and Sound. The specialized vehicle publishes two lists related to cinema every 10 years. One is created by 1,600 film critics, while the other is made up of 460 filmmakers.
Check out the list below:
1. “Once Upon a Time in Tokyo” (1953)
Work that narrates the experience of an elderly couple on their visit to the Japanese capital, where the two are faced with the indifference of their children. The film directed by Iasujiro Ozu can be watched on the Belas Artes À La Carte platform.
2. “The Passion of Joan of Arc” (1927)
Film that portrays the suffering of the iconic French heroine in the face of severe accusations from the Church and society. This classic by Danish Carl Theodor Dreyer is also available on the same streaming platform.
3. “Seven Opportunities” (1925)
The comedy starring and directed by Buster Keaton is a fun narrative about a broker who needs to get married in one day to secure an inheritance. The film can be found on YouTube, providing a dose of humor and entertainment.
4. “Traces of Hate” (1956)
Feature film presents Ethan Edwards’ quest for revenge after the kidnapping of his nieces. Viewers can check out the work on several platforms, including Looke, Apple TV+, YouTube and Google Play.
5. “Dry Lives” (1963)
The arid reality of a northeastern family during the drought is portrayed in “Vidas Secas”, directed by Nelson Pereira dos Santos based on the book by Graciliano Ramos, which touches on deep social issues. Those interested can watch one of the fundamental films of national cinema on Netflix or Globoplay and Telecine.
6. “Profession: Reporter” (1975)
Classic by director Michelangelo Antonioni starring Jack Nicholson tells the story of a journalist who assumes the identity of a man who dies under mysterious circumstances. The work is not available on streaming services.
7. “Memories of Underdevelopment” (1968)
Long film by Tomás Gutiérrez Alea presents the perspective of Sergio, who observes the changes in Havana after Fidel Castro’s revolution. It is also not accessible on streaming platforms.
8. “The Battle of Algiers” (1966)
The fight for Algerian independence against French colonialism is the central theme of Gillo Pontecorvo’s film, which can be watched on the Looke platform. The film is an important milestone in the history of political cinema.
9. “Haunted” (1960)
A masterpiece by French filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard, icon of the New Wave, tells the story of Michel Poiccard, a thief who tries to win over a young woman while being pursued by the police. Viewers can watch or review the film on Globoplay, Mubi and Apple TV+.
10. “Rome, Open City” (1945)
Directed by Roberto Rossellini, the film portrays the persecution of the resistance leader during the Second World War. This film is available at Belas Artes À La Carte, completing Salles’ list with works that marked the seventh art.
*Report produced with the help of AI
Published by Carol Santos
