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10 Films to watch in Quarantine
Another British classic, a comedy this time a family adventure. Doug and Abby are separating but put on a united front at Doug’s father’s 75th birthday. The family with Lottie, Mickey and Jess drive up to Scotland for the big event. Gordie is dying of cancer but wants one more day with the children while his other son, Gavin organises the big event. Hilarity and family realness ensues. I love this film as it is really funny in a less obvious way. British comedy is often more subtle than other forms and the chemistry between all the characters along with off hand on-liners and the children’s knack for timing makes this film watchable again and again. I re-watched this film yesterday and while I remembered it being funny, I had forgotten the heart and grief that was present. Yes there is a sadness to the film but real life isn’t all fun and games. I have seen this film at least three times and would highly recommend for anyone looking for a laugh. The views of Scotland also are breathtaking. 10/10 as I see no faults with this one. Continue reading
Posted in Actor/Actress, Analysis, Film, Film Recommendations
Tagged 21 & Over, About Time, Amazon Prime, Ben Miller, Bill Bailey, Bill Nighy, Billy Connolly, British Comedy, Brooke Shields, Chalet Girl, Charlize Theron, David Tennant, Dev Patel, Domhnall Gleeson, Dwayne Johnson, Ed Westwick, Emilia Jones, Emma Roberts, Everest, Felicity Jones, Green Book, hollywood, Jack Black, Jake Gyllenhaal, Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston, Josh Brolin, Jumanji, Justin Chon, Karen Gillan, Kathryn Hahn, Keira Knightley, Kevin Hart, Late Night Comedy, Linda Cardellini, Lion, Long Shot, Mahershala Ali, Margot Robbie, Miles Teller, Molly Quinn, Naoko Mori, Netflix, Nick Jonas, Nick Offerman, Nicole Kidman, Quarantine, Rachel McAdams, Rooney Mara, Rosamund Pike, Seth Rogen, Skylar Astin, Sophia Bush, Tamsin Egerton, Tom Hollander, Vanessa Kirby, Viggo Mortensen, We're The Millers, What We Did On Our Holiday, Will Poulter
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Little Women
After hearing the announcement of the cast featuring Saoirse Ronan, Timotheé Chalamet, Laura Dern, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh and Meryl Streep I became very excited. The director Greta Gerwig is one of the only female directors to be nominated for an Oscar for Lady Bird. That was a film I also absolutely loved and it also starred Saoirse and Timotheé. As Laurie and Jo, the pair were just stunning. Every little movement and look heightened the possibility of a love story between the two. Continue reading
Posted in Actor/Actress, Analysis, Awards, Director, Film, Film Recommendations, Girls
Tagged Amy March, Aunt March, Beth March, Chris Cooper, Eliza Scanlen, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Greta Gerwig, James Norton, Jo March, Laura Dern, Laurie Laurence, Little Women, Marmee March, Meg March, Meryl Streep, Saoirse Ronan, timothee chalamet
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Bombshell
The catalyst of the film is when Gretchen meets with her lawyers to sue Roger Ailes (John Lithgow), the boss of Fox News for sexual assault. She claims that she was demoted for refusing to be with him sexually. When she decides to come forward publicly, more and more women come forward with stories about Roger and how he made them do awful things to progress their career. In the film, we see how Kayla is being groomed by Roger in her aim to be on TV. Megyn eventually admits to her own assault some 10 years previously. Although the majority of the assault claims focus on Ailes, other executives on the second floor also have allegations made against them. Continue reading
Posted in Actor/Actress, Analysis, Awards, Film, Film Recommendations
Tagged #MeToo, Allison Janney, Bombshell, Bombshell Review, Brigette Lundy-Paine, Charlize Theron, Connie Britton, Fox News Scandal, John Lithgow, Kate McKinnon, Liv Hewson, Margot Robbie, Megyn Kelly, MeToo Movement, Nicole Kidman, Rob Delaney, Roger Ailes
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Knives Out – 2nd Watch Review
I saw this film for the first time the weekend after it opened. I had seen the trailer and thought it looked interesting. With the starry cast and original storyline, not to mention the acclaimed director, Rian Johnson, I was hooked. My first reaction was pure delight. I love a whodunnit murder mystery and they have faded out of popularity this century but seeing Knives Out and its updated version of the classic Agatha Christie tale was amazing. So many films these days, especially American ones are reboots, remakes, sequels, third sequels; based on books, games, apps or true stories, it was nice to see something original. Continue reading
Posted in Actor/Actress, Analysis, Director, Film, Film Recommendations
Tagged Ana de Armas, Chris Evans, Christopher Plummer, Daniel Craig, Don Johnson, Edi Patterson, Jaeden Martell, Jamie Lee Curtis, K Callan, Katherine Langford, Knives Out, Lakeith Stanfield, Michael Shannon, Noah Segan, Riki Lindhome, Toni Collette
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Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
I thought the film was excellent. Star Wars has a certain flavour of teamwork, rebellion, adventure, final showdowns and lasting friendships that other popular franchises haven’t really accomplished. I enjoyed the fast-paced nature of the film and accompanied with John Williams’ score, the adrenaline was pumping. Having been in the last two films the new trio of Rey, Poe and Finn have settled into their roles in the films. Rey is finding herself as a Jedi, Poe has a position of leadership and Finn has found his own place in the Rebel alliance as a former Stormtrooper. Continue reading
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Tagged BB8, C3PO, Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley, Finn, Han Solo, John Boyega, John Williams, Leia Organa, Luke Skywalker, Oscar Isaac, Poe, R2D2, Rey, Star Wars, Star Wars franchise, Star Wars: Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker, The Last Jedi, The Rise of Skywalker
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Golden Globes 2020 – What’s Worth Watching
I am going to review the nominations for this year’s Golden Globes that I have seen at least one film in that category. It is fair to only review the films that I have seen, to give an honest opinion. I am going to focus on the film nominations as I have not seen many of the television shows due to them only being available on US TV or streaming services that I am not subscribed to. The films that are highlighted are the winners. Continue reading
Posted in Actor/Actress, Analysis, Awards, Director, Film, Film Recommendations
Tagged Best Film - Drama, Bombshell, Brad Pitt, Dolemite is My Name, Film nominations, Golden Globe Nominations, Golden Globe Nominations 2020, Golden Globes, Golden Globes 2020, Knives Out, Laura Dern, Marriage Story, Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood, Quentin Tarantino, Renée Zellweger, Rocketman, Taron Egerton, The Irishman, The Two Popes
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New Year’s Eve – 31st December
This film is one by Garry Marshall who has also directed Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day. As with these films, New Year’s Eve is an ensemble film following many different characters and their individual stories that intertwine with each other. … Continue reading
Posted in Actor/Actress, Analysis, Countdown to Christmas, Director, Film, Film Recommendations
Tagged Abigail Breslin, Ashton Kutcher, Chris Ludacris Bridges, Garry Marshall, Halle Berry, Hector Elizondo, Hilary Swank, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Josh Duhamel, Katherine Heigl, Lea Michele, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nat Wolff, New Years Eve, new york, New York City, Robert De Niro, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sarah Paulson, Seth Meyers, Sofia Vergara, Til Schweiger, Zac Efron
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The Night Before – 30th December
This is a film for the more mature audience but it isn’t filled with insulting language or terrible swearing, just the odd narcotic. A Christmas film with a different tone to the classic family comedy or child’s fantasy, The Night … Continue reading