L’Intrus
When the screen fades to black you won’t know whether to laugh, cry, or both, writes Ben Woodard.
Category Archives: Reviews
Out Stealing Horses
OUT STEALING HORSES is a rich, emotionally-charged drama that philosophically delves into the core foundations of human interaction. Elle Haywood reviews at Berlinale.
Greta
GRETA is a film that conceals that mystery within its artistic cinematography, in a way that’s equal parts frustrating and admirable. Bee Jones reviews for Berlinale.
Styx
STYX presents a personal moral quandary to comment on wider global issues, Wolfgang Fischer directing a superb performance from Susanne Wolff. Jim Ross reviews.
If Beale Street Could Talk
It might not shine as brightly as MOONLIGHT, but IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK is a wonderful romance that evokes a sense of time and place whilst it reaches out to modern audiences. Jim Ross reviews.
Bait
BAIT splatters a bleak Cornish canvas with the bright fury of locals, and the surging tones of the tourist…Elle Haywood reviews.
By the Grace of God
BY THE GRACE OF GOD is an incredibly bold contender in the Berlinale competition, writes Elle Haywood.
Capernaum
Nadine Labaki presents a gripping film of remarkable social realism that can’t help but give in to its thirst for people’s tears. Serena Scateni reviews.
Oscars 2019: Live Action Shorts
An often-overlooked category, even by the Academy themselves, Jim Ross and Chris Dobson examine the films nominated for the 2019 Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
McCarthy has never shied away from playing disagreeable characters – but her acting here feels more raw than ever, writes Bee Jones.