Inventive, thought-provoking and rewardingly original. Continue reading
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Category Archives: Film Reviews
Reviews of the latest film releases
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Stray review. Dir. Elizabeth Lo [LFF 2020]
An unpredictably persuasive documentary, with more than a question over how differently we treat animals and fellow human beings. Continue reading
Eternal Beauty review: Dir. Craig Roberts (2020)
A tender tale, complete with a beautiful, empathetic and devoted performance from Sally Hawkins, Continue reading
Say Your Prayers review: Dir. Harry Michell (2020)
A strange film, with good ideas that never quite realise their potential… Continue reading
Rebuilding Paradise review: Dir. Ron Howard (2020)
Ron Howard focuses in on the people of Paradise, California & the survivors of the devastating wildfire of 2018. Continue reading
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Ma’am review: Dir. Joy Wilkinson [Short Film]
An impressive directorial debut and an expert character piece that’s impossible to forget… Continue reading
A Perfectly Normal Family review: Dir. Malou Reymann (2020)
A little shallow is its portrayal of its themes, but the cast are great and its heartwarming ending will make you smile. Continue reading
Schemers review: Dir. Dave Mclean (2020)
If you seek the thrill you felt with Trainspotting, you’ll have an absolute ball with Schemers. Continue reading
Nocturnal review: Dir. Nathalie Biancheri (2020)
Nocturnal is a beautiful story about love (in all forms) and hope, told by two fine examples of British talent. Continue reading
White Riot review: Dir. Rubika Shah (2020)
Unsurprisingly contemporary, considering this was 40 years ago, but ultimately brilliantly informed and fascinating to witness. Continue reading
