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Category / Verhoeven, Paul

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 by Eternality Tan

Black Book (2006)

  • Verhoeven, Paul
  • 2006, Germany, Netherlands, Paul Verhoeven
  • 1 Comment

This WWII thriller is a return to form for Verhoeven after his hit-and-miss Hollywood journey, featuring an exceptional performance by Carice van Houten as a Jewish singer who attempts to infiltrate the Gestapo in Nazi-occupied Netherlands.

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Rating: 4 out of 5.

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January 31, 2022 by Eternality Tan

RoboCop (1987)

  • Verhoeven, Paul
  • 1987, Paul Verhoeven, USA
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Paul Verhoeven’s Hollywood breakthrough remains a standout violent sci-fi actioner from the ’80s and a decent commentary on mankind’s ill-fated fascination with science and technology.

⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rating: 4 out of 5.

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December 16, 2021 by Eternality Tan

Benedetta (2021)

  • Verhoeven, Paul
  • 2021, France, Paul Verhoeven
  • 1 Comment

Loosely based on the true story of a lesbian nun in 17th century Italy, Verhoeven’s largely compelling film (unfortunately banned in Singapore) ticks all the provocative checkboxes as he tackles religious hypocrisy and eroticism in the same effortless breath. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rating: 3.5 out of 5.

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December 13, 2021February 13, 2022 by Eternality Tan

Elle (2016)

  • Verhoeven, Paul
  • 2016, France, Paul Verhoeven
  • 2 Comments

Isabelle Huppert is indeed the mesmerizing star of this twisted psychological drama, oozing with suspense marked by unease, foreshadowing and dread.

⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rating: 4 out of 5.

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