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I thought my review of Cross of Iron was possibly the first I’d submitted to Netflix, but upon further investigation it seems I’ve posted a couple others along with a few notes to friends. For the sake of sharing, here they are.

The Reader (★★): I wanted to enjoy this film, and some aspects of it I did. But on the whole it feels too much like an adaptation—it didn’t feel real. Shot beautifully, acted wonderfully, and the story itself has wonderful ironies, mysteries, and tenderness, but overall it lacks anything as a motion picture that would make me want to see it again.

Au Hasard Balthazar (★★★★★): If I could give this film six stars, I’d want to give it seven. One of the most beautiful, sublime films I’ve ever seen. {Buy it on Amazon}

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (★★★★): It doesn’t make a whole lot of sense, but it’s a whole lot of fun, and very easy on the eyes. {Buy the Blu-ray on Amazon}

Le Samourai (★★★★★): For what is not shown (or heard) as much as for what is, this film is brilliant. {Buy it on Amazon}

Blast of Silence (★★★★★): This is one of the best noir films I’ve ever seen. Hard-boiled til the shell cracks. {Buy it on Amazon}

Visions of Light (★★★★★): Fantastic interviews with legendary cinematographers about classic and contemporary cameramen and films.

Update 5/24/2010: Tagged this post as “To the Point” and added some links to buy the films.