Pussy Riot: Malenkaya Veruschka
Vasili Pichul’s LITTLE VERA, written by Pichul’s wife, is the story of a Russian teenager’s struggles with patriarchy and perestroika. Rosy Hunt reviews.
Category Archives: Reviews
Beat It
A look at some of the outstanding works of Takeshi Kitano (ZATOICHI, “Takeshi’s Castle”), whose latest film OUTRAGE BEYOND will be released in Japan on 6th October, after premiering at Venice and making its US debut at Toronto in September. Cross fingers for a UK release date this year!
Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry
Alison Klayman’s documentary is a fascinating and often inspiring portrait of the famous artist and activist, writes Jim Ross
Jackpot (Arme Riddere)
Although quite enjoyable, you’ll be left feeling that JACKPOT is a mish-mash of much better films, writes Jim Ross
Searching For Sugar Man
SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN continues a great year for the musical documentary, writes Jim Ross
Brave
BRAVE is a very fresh approach to create a funny and emotional adventure. It ranks among Pixar’s best, writes Fiona Scoble.
Kosmos
The plot may be summed up in a few lines, but books could be filled describing the gaunt and oppressive atmosphere of KOSMOS.
Red Lights
A highly competent cast does what it can with this intriguing but uneven thriller from writer and director Roderigo Cortes.
Polisse
There’s more to Maïwenn Le Besco’s POLISSE than the usual cop show cliches. Life in Paris’s ‘Child Protection Unit’ is harrowing, but there’s room for humour in this Cannes award winning drama.
The Hunter
THE HUNTER features some great cinematography, but it just all feels a bit like a rather undramatic stroll in the park says Jim Ross