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"The Red Dwarf"
1998
Directed by Yvan Le Moine

This fantasy from Belgium uses the title character's personal odyssey to explore universal issues of loneliness, anger, love and acceptance. Shot in black and white in an almost expressionistic style, the film follows Lucien, a dwarf working as a law clerk. When a wealthy countess (Anita Ekberg) toys with his affections, Lucien first seeks revenge, then solace in the company of a young trapeze artist. "Extraordinary...a moody gem" (Lisa Schwartzbaum, Entertainment Weekly). French with English subtitles.  101 minutes.