drama

A MAN CALLED OVE: An Unexpected Gem
A MAN CALLED OVE: An Unexpected Gem

We have the Academy to thank for bringing this warmly humorous Swedish gem to our attention – it’s one of the year’s most likeable films.

The Nominated Film You Might Have Missed: GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK
The Nominated Film You Might Have Missed: GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK

In our latest entry of The Nominated Film You May Have Missed series, we discuss the 2005 political drama Good Night, and Good Luck.

BEATRIZ AT DINNER: At the Table With The Devil
BEATRIZ AT DINNER: At The Table With The Devil

It’s rare that a film will come along and synthesize the era we live in so succinctly as Miguel Arteta’s Beatriz At Dinner.

A GHOST STORY: A Work Of Gothic Wonder
A GHOST STORY: A Work Of Gothic Wonder

As given by its name, A Ghost Story is a supernatural tale, yet it touches on themes of love and grief in a uniquely beautiful way.

PARIS CAN WAIT: Intolerable Wandering
PARIS CAN WAIT: Intolerable Wandering

There’s a way, many ways, actually, to make a satisfying film about a lighthearted romp, but Paris Can Wait never finds any of these paths.

FRANK VS. GOD: An Important Farce That Gives Atheists A Voice
FRANK VS. GOD: An Important Farce That Gives Atheists A Voice

Frank Vs. God delivers a solid thought provoking film about a man who loses everything and fights against the term “act of good”.

DAUGHTERS OF THE DUST: A Dreamlike Vision That Still Rings True
DAUGHTERS OF THE DUST: A Dreamlike Vision That Still Rings True

Julie Dash’s 1991 debut still feels like an eye opening experience when viewed over 25 years later- you need to let it in to your life.

MY COUSIN RACHEL: An Exhausting Tug Of War
MY COUSIN RACHEL: An Exhausting Tug Of War

The excellent performances by Weisz and Claflin sadly don’t make up for the fact My Cousin Rachel is boring to the point of tedium.

MOKA: Motherhood, Grief & Revenge
MOKA: Motherhood, Grief & Revenge

Moka is a French slow burning drama that occasionally conjures some suspense, which makes it fascinating in its own way.

THE BOOK OF HENRY: A Questionable Mishap For All Involved
THE BOOK OF HENRY: A Questionable Mishap For All Involved

The Book of Henry is strange from its outset, and its lack of redeeming characters or strong emotional moments doesn’t much help matters.

The Beginner's Guide: Lars Von Trier, Writer/Director
The Beginner’s Guide: Lars Von Trier, Writer/Director

Lars von Trier has become infamous for his unabashedly grim and provocative works, yet he is a distinctive and brilliant director as well.

THE JOURNEY: Carpool Politics

Well told, The Journey is an examination of the political relationship between Martin McGuinness and DUP Retiree Reverand Ian Paisley.

Beginner's Guide: Peter Weir, Director
Beginner’s Guide: Peter Weir, Director

Australian director Peter Weir is known for his outsider characters triumphing over adversity; here is a rundown of his most famous films.

WHAT WAITS IN THE RED: More Of The Same
WHAT WAITS IN THE RED: More Of The Same

While the filmmaking ambition of this low budget production can’t be faulted, What Waits In The Red feels overly familiar and somewhat cliched.

MEGAN LEAVEY: Not The Sappy Dog Movie You Think It Is
MEGAN LEAVEY: Not The Sappy Dog Movie You Think It Is

Megan Leavey’s delivers a good story, almost making up for its lack of focus and unwillingness to commit to its main storyline.