Tag: Films

It is not always enough to say we enjoyed the motion pictures that slipped under the viewing net, because we loved them so. The wife…

Headed by two beloved acting forces Marion Cotillard and Brad Pitt, with a well-established film-maker of the last 30 years Robert Zemeckis, a critically acclaimed…

Here I am, about to disagree with the popular view again. Watching this did not make me think Shyamalan is “back”, or has vastly improved…

It’s time for me to look back on the year in movies that was for 2016, and rank my top 10 favorites of the year….

2016. The movies took us to some great places and times. Some not so memorable, some disappointing, some ruined somewhat by hype. A lot of…

It starts off great; clever writing, beautiful cinematography, likable characters, witty, off-beat humour. It strongly reminded me of a more adult, ‘WesAndersony’ version of Pixar’s…

Simply echoing what so many people have astutely pointed out already — this is not a well-rounded stage-to-screen adaptation. By adhering to the palcosenico’s static…

I’m sure no one needs another voice in this roaring crowd echoing that this is a truly good movie. Sadly, it didn’t reach masterpiece levels…

I don’t do nomination predictions. That’s what I always say. Sometimes I cave, sure. It’s a tough game to resist. Every single year. See Al…

Here are my Oscar predictions. This year there will be no #OscarsSoWhite problem. Best Picture Arrival Fences Hacksaw Ridge Hell or High Water La La…

So for most people, the year of 2016 in movies was horrible. It was only saved by movies like Moonlight, Manchester by the Sea, and…

My own personal choices for the year. They reflect not just necessarily what I think is the best or essential cinema, but perhaps resonate with…

The hyperactive, refreshing journey that Asian cinema can sometimes take you on is exemplified by Train to Busan, from South Korea, a pulsating, edge-of-your-seat thrill-ride…

With the arrival of a new year, came the approaching closure of the film season. Here in the UK I’ve bullied my way through so…