In The Shadow Of A Man
Hanan Abdalla’s portrait of women in Egyptian society offers a more complex picture than we might expect, writes Alison Hicks.
Category Archives: Reviews
Marius and Fanny
Joe De-Vine hopes that this dazzling double-bill of MARIUS and FANNY will delight and surprise audiences as much as it did him.
As If We Were Catching A Cobra
Hala Alabdalla’s haunting film looks at Middle Eastern political cartoonists during the Arab Spring. Mike Levy wonders whether images can change the world.
No Surrender
This film with its climatic violence but redemptive message shows that serious social issues can be portrayed in comical ways, says Mike Levy.
Sing me the Songs that Say I Love You
Kim Pearce reviews this fascinating documentary and concert film giving insight into the life, death and family of singer-songwriter Kate McGarrigle.
Gold
There are impressive elements to Thomas Arslan’s GOLD, even if they don’t quite work together as often as they should, writes Dan Harling.
Young Critics: Just Before Losing Everything
JUST BEFORE LOSING EVERYTHING throws you right in with its characters and commands you to feel, writes Young Critic Kirstie Mather.
Young Critics: Unmade in China
“I can say that without a doubt that this was one of the funniest movies of the past 5 years.” Young Critic Rory Greener reviews UNMADE IN CHINA.
Layla Fourie
LAYLA FOURIE is a sophisticated thriller that explores themes of truth and lies, and balancing personal morality with doing what is right for your family.
Bring Me The Head Of Machine Gun Woman
BRING ME THE HEAD OF THE MACHINE GUN WOMAN delivers just enough in a compact package to satisfy fans of grindhouse and gaming alike.