“The Queen of Versailles” directed by Lauren Greenfield, is the new acclaimed documentary about the harsh new economic times that are engulfing the world. It follows the lives of the billionaire businessman, David A Siegel (Owner of Westgate Resorts) and his wife, Jackie and their family as they ambitiously attempt to build one of theContinue reading “FILM: “The Queen of Versailles” – Documentary”
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New Film – ‘Everywhere Everything At Once’ and the Return of Ke Huy Quan….
Everywhere Everything All At Once There is a huge buzz behind this new sci-fi fantasy movie and the reviews have been incredible. One of the main talking points is the return of Ke Huy Quan. He first made international headlines in cult classics such as “The Goonies” and “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom”Continue reading “New Film – ‘Everywhere Everything At Once’ and the Return of Ke Huy Quan….”
Film Review – ‘Night On Earth’
Night on earth is a classic cult comedy / drama where the small dramas of everyday life make for great film making and viewing. The film was directed the acclaimed auteur, Jim Jarmusch. The beauty of this film is that it is set across the world on one night and is five separate stories involvingContinue reading “Film Review – ‘Night On Earth’”
Snowtown (2011) – The Dark Side of Down Under…..
Another film dealing with the concept of misplaced loyalty which created a huge buzz is “Snowtown”. Based on a true story, this Australian Independent piece has garnered critical acclaim all around the world through word of mouth and its gritty dark nature and subject. “Snowtown” deals with the true story of one of Australia’s mostContinue reading “Snowtown (2011) – The Dark Side of Down Under…..”
We Need To Talk About Kevin (2011) – “Nature versus Nurture”
One of the most talked about films of the past two decades, “We Need to Talk About Kevin” has finally been released to great acclaim and buzz around the world. Based on the hit book by Lionel Shriver, the film features one mother’s torment and guilt when her son commits an awful crime beyond the boundariesContinue reading “We Need To Talk About Kevin (2011) – “Nature versus Nurture””
Survival of the Fittest – “Animal Kingdom”
An incredible Australian film about the criminal underworld of Melbourne. Absolutely riveting and powerful…… Animal Kingdom tells of the ties that bind in an Australian gangland family in Melbourne. The old adage is that you dont choose your family rings true in this absolutely brilliant film. When 17 year Josh (James Frecheville) is left asContinue reading “Survival of the Fittest – “Animal Kingdom””
Roman History in Action – “THE EAGLE” and “CENTURION”
Two mega budget films dealing with the true story of the Roman Ninth Legion which disappeared into thin air……….. Roman history, in all its swash buckling pomp and glamour, is returning to the big screens. The legendary true story of the Roman Ninth Legion, which simply vanished into thin air, is coming in the formContinue reading “Roman History in Action – “THE EAGLE” and “CENTURION””
“I’m Living It” – A Film that Explores Hong Kong’s Growing Homelessness Issue
“I’m Living It” explores the ‘hidden’ side of Hong Kong, far away from the bustling financial hub which people globally are familiar. The film examines Hong Kong’s inhabitants, who simply try and survive day by day, in one of the most expensive cities in the world and who have fallen below the poverty line inContinue reading ““I’m Living It” – A Film that Explores Hong Kong’s Growing Homelessness Issue”
You Must Watch….”Dirty Pretty Things” with Amelie Tautou – The “Other” London………
London is a bustling cosmopolitan city with over ten million people in both the City of London and Greater London. It is a hive of ceaseless activity with an incredible diversity of people from all around the world. It is this cultural tapestry and blend of people which gives it such energy, hustle and bustle. GivenContinue reading “You Must Watch….”Dirty Pretty Things” with Amelie Tautou – The “Other” London………”
You Must Watch…..”WELCOME” – A Film About both Hope and Desperation
“WELCOME” is an award winning French film dealing with the tough issues of refugees and migration in the Northern port city of Calais, France. “Welcome” presents the lives of desperate people in seemingly desperate circumstances. The film, directed by Philippe Lioret focuses on Bilal (Firat Ayverdi), a young Kurd, who, having failed to cross theContinue reading “You Must Watch…..”WELCOME” – A Film About both Hope and Desperation”
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