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Focuses on the works of motion picture director Luchino Visconti. Themes of Visconti's works; Career background; Most notable films; Directorial style.

An interview with historian and film-maker Michael Wood is presented. When asked what interested him about the history of India, Wood discussed the presence of stages of history existing within the nation. He comments on the historical significance of the Indian independence movement. Wood also discusses the importance of using visual imagery in teaching about the past.

The article focuses on the films of Yasujiro Ozu. He was born in 1903 and started his career as a director through silent films made between 1927 and 1936. He made his first sound film in 1936. The films of Ozu focus on families and on relationships between generations. The characters in his movies are described. It is also noted that Ozu died in 1963.

The article discusses film maker Max Ophuls and his career. The article mentions several of his films, including "La Ronde," "Le Plaisir," and "Lola Montés." The article mentions the release of Olphuls' films by the Criterion Collection. The article discusses the plot and characters in each of his films.