August: Osage County
August: Osage County, adapted by Tyler Letts from his Pulitzer-winning play, retains a vivid theatricality in its new cinematic setting.
Category Archives: Reviews
The Wolf of Wall Street
Martin Scorsese’s film struggles with the contradictions of its source material despite a nuanced performance from Leonardo DiCaprio, writes Robbie Griffiths.
The Railway Man
After a shaky start, THE RAILWAY MAN emerges as a modestly moving portrayal of trauma and unlikely reconciliation, writes Gavin Midgley.
American Hustle
David O. Russell’s crime caper AMERICAN HUSTLE is an entertaining and sharp black comedy that rarely sags, writes Jim Ross.
The Patience Stone
The quiet drama of THE PATIENCE STONE makes for a powerful viewing experience, writes Amanda Randall.
Disturbia
Rosy Hunt reviewed DISTURBIA at Cambridge Film Festival in 2007. Just a quick note to show that we knew a long time ago that Shia LaBoeuf was feeble.
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom
Justin Chadwick’s superficial overview of the late icon’s life fails to do justice to its subject, writes Gavin Midgley.
Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
“Pure random genius.” Alison Hicks sent us this report on whether the ANCHORMAN sequel lived up to its cult predecessor.
The Innocents
Re-released as part of the BFI’s Gothic strand, THE INNOCENTS is a work of haunting resonance, writes Gavin Midgley.
Blue Is the Warmest Colour
Abdellatif Kechiche’s Palme d’Or-winning drama is an extraordinarily vivid portrayal of the highs and lows of love, writes Gavin Midgley.