The Greatest Showman – Review
The Greatest Showman is dominated by sweeping musical numbers and Hugh Jackman’s immense talent, though the story and characters beyond this are somewhat swept to side.
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Darkest Hour – Review
Darkest Hour is an effective portrayal of Winston Churchill’s rise to power, though it might more accurately be described as an exhibition of Gary Oldman’s uncanny ability to sink into a role.
The Disaster Artist – Review
James Franco’s retelling of Tommy Wiseau’s fateful filmmaking venture The Room is mercifully empathetic in its characterisation of the man and his creation.
Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool – Review
Olivia discusses the British-American biographical flick ‘Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool,’ while trying to forgo typing out its entire title.
Only the Brave – Review
Wreathed in flames but not overly flashy, Only the Brave provides a measured and touching tribute to the real-life firefighters behind the tale.
Maudie – Review
Maudie tells the story of an artist’s entire adult life. Come and read about how Canadians in the 1930s achieved more than reviewer Matthew Lind ever has.
Monsieur Chocolat – Review
Chocolat follows the story Rafael Padilla (Omar Sy), the first prominent black performer on the French stage. Rafael transitions into the performer Chocolat; part of a famous clown double act. His journey begins in the Belle Epoque era from humble beginnings performing as an exotic black chief named Kananga at the small Delvaux Circus.
David Lynch: The Art Life – Review
As Matt watched this documentary about the early life of David Lynch, he wept at the realisation that he will never be a true artist. He has put his tears in jars and drank them to get the nourishment he needs to complete this review, however.
I Am Heath Ledger – Review
The latest addition to the “I Am” series commemorates the life of Heath Ledger, from his unseen artistic ambitions to his influence on the lives of those around him.
David Stratton: A Cinematic Life – Review
David Stratton finally finds himself the subject of the very medium he critiques. Does it work? Richard Houlihan reviews David Stratton: A Cinematic Life.