Issue Details: First known date: 2024... 2024 Constantly Coming of Age : He Died with a Felafel in His Hand
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'Richard Lowenstein’s 2001 film He Died with a Felafel in His Hand, a loose adaptation of John Birmingham’s 1994 memoir of the same title, follows Danny (Noah Taylor) with his typewriter and guitar in pursuit of love and meaning through his account of the share-house experience in Australia’s major cities. While the film might be more fitting under the ‘black comedy’ subgenre, its narrative and structure suggests a prolonged coming-of-age for those living in Australia in their mid to late 20s. For Danny in He Died with a Felafel in His Hand, this means watching from afar as the people of his past tie the knot, and discovering who he is, while navigating the at times chaotic share-house experience.' (Introduction)          

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    y separately published work icon Senses of Cinema no. 108 January 2024 27438526 2024 periodical issue

    'Welcome to Issue 108 of Senses of Cinema, where we begin the year by looking backwards. Our World Poll brings together film-goers from all corners of the globe to reflect on what cinema stood out in 2023. Amid a turbulent, crisis-ridden world, images continue to be propelled into motion as the dialogue between audiences and auteurs remains. We extend our gratitude to Joanna Batsakis, who provided editorial support to this years edition of the World Poll.' (Editorial introduction)

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