Staff Picks: Inauguration Edition 2021
It’s almost the end of the first month of 2021, and just over a week since the U.S. saw a new president take office. In light of the occasion, some of us highlighted our favorite political films below!

A holiday report shot by cameramen of the Polish Film Chronicle or foreign Chronicles’ operators. The journey begins with a visit to Cuba, where the society benefits from the revolution. A report from India shows Poles who participate in the process of industrialization of this country, which is still full of contrasts. A look at Stockholm, where forecasts predict that sun will shine in three days. The farthest journey to Tokyo - basically it is a trip into the unknown and the city seems to be different than we have imagined. Cairo is much closer – the city is a unique blend of Arab tradition and modernity (with a view at pyramids) . We return to Europe via Italy. Even though we seem to know this country, it is still full of surprises.
It’s almost the end of the first month of 2021, and just over a week since the U.S. saw a new president take office. In light of the occasion, some of us highlighted our favorite political films below!
This modern update of the beloved classic swaps Cyrano's signature pronounced nose for achondroplasia, for a different vision that still retains the original's essence.
Suppressed intergenerational family trauma and healing, warm welcome to the Marvel Cinematic Universe team, and Awkwafina's humor really make this film the real MVP.
Treated like a granter of wishes for those earning out of retelling the same tragedy, Marilyn looks like she's caged in different stages of trauma for us to stare at, instead of someone we’ve finally allowed to rest in peace.
‘Candyman’ (2021) builds upon the original 1992 film by presenting the myth of Candyman not only as an example of black pain, but as an opportunity for black vengeance.
The tale of two friends spans three films and gives wonderful representation for young girls everywhere.