Ammonite is a tough, considered drama that’s exquisitely established… Continue reading
Category Archives: Film Reviews
Reviews of the latest film releases
![Another Round [Druk] review: Dir. Thomas Vinterberg [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/another-round-photo-by-henrik-ohsten-copy-1599678423-928x523-1.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Another Round [Druk] review: Dir. Thomas Vinterberg [LFF 2020]")
Another Round [Druk] review: Dir. Thomas Vinterberg [LFF 2020]
A smart, poignant and warm-hearted take on growing older that offers a sincere meditation of allowing yourself to let go… Continue reading
![The Painter and The Thief review: Dir. Benjamin Ree [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/painter-and-the-thief-movie-review-2020.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "The Painter and The Thief review: Dir. Benjamin Ree [LFF 2020]")
The Painter and The Thief review: Dir. Benjamin Ree [LFF 2020]
Strangely inspiring, it’s occasionally disturbing but most of all, completely addictive. Continue reading
![Bloody Nose, Empty Pockets review: Dir. Bill Ross, Turner Ross [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/bloody_nose_empty_pockets_8-lg.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Bloody Nose, Empty Pockets review: Dir. Bill Ross, Turner Ross [LFF 2020]")
Bloody Nose, Empty Pockets review: Dir. Bill Ross, Turner Ross [LFF 2020]
However it came to be, this is still packed with honest moments alongside mad humour that stems from the pure chaos of alcohol and real life. Continue reading
![Supernova review: Dir. Harry Macqueen [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/supernova.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Supernova review: Dir. Harry Macqueen [LFF 2020]")
Supernova review: Dir. Harry Macqueen [LFF 2020]
Truth is, if Supernova doesn’t punch you in the heart, at any point, you’ve probably never felt anything for anyone. Continue reading
![Relic review: Dir. Natalie Erika James [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/relic-emily.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Relic review: Dir. Natalie Erika James [LFF 2020]")
Relic review: Dir. Natalie Erika James [LFF 2020]
Full of terror, nuance and compassion, and some you might not have felt before… Continue reading
![Mogul Mowgli review: Dir. Bassam Tariq [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/09/riz-ahmed-as-zed-in-mogul-mowgli-pic-01-c2a9-rob-youngson-pulse-films-bbc.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Mogul Mowgli review: Dir. Bassam Tariq [LFF 2020]")
Mogul Mowgli review: Dir. Bassam Tariq [LFF 2020]
Another Riz Ahmed masterclass and with Director Bassam Tariq, they’ve created a captivating collection of personal stories that link generations Continue reading
![Shirley review: Dir. Josephine Decker [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/200521_2_1100.0.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Shirley review: Dir. Josephine Decker [LFF 2020]")
Shirley review: Dir. Josephine Decker [LFF 2020]
Strong performances in this unusual biopic that also takes you on a visual adventure… Continue reading
![Mangrove review: Dir. Steve McQueen [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/09/20867884-low_res-small-axe.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Mangrove review: Dir. Steve McQueen [LFF 2020]")
Mangrove review: Dir. Steve McQueen [LFF 2020]
An essential film, with comments on self-motivation, why we need public demonstrations and equality. Continue reading
![Herself review. Dir. Phyllida Lloyd [LFF 2020]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/eh5sp54woaytxaf.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Herself review. Dir. Phyllida Lloyd [LFF 2020]")
Herself review. Dir. Phyllida Lloyd [LFF 2020]
Herself doesn’t always hit the depth it promises but does have grand ambitions with all the right intentions. Continue reading
