Sorry - but I was so bored by this. Perhaps my expectations were too high.
Could have been good, but so many plot holes.
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- Sun Oct 23, 2016 10:57 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: The Accountant
- Replies: 29
- Views: 6789
- Sun Sep 25, 2016 8:08 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: I, Daniel Blake
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7379
Re: I, Daniel Blake
Wonderful storytelling, brilliantly acted. Rabbie Burns commented on 'man's inhumanity to man', which is at the core here, although it is contrasted with deep compassion and humanity, in an increasingly hostile and unsupportive environment. Clear evidence of research picking up the 'breaking points'...
- Sun Nov 01, 2015 4:48 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Brooklyn
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6527
Re: Brooklyn
I absolutely adored this film and have no problems with understanding her decision at the end of the film. It made perfect sense at many levels. It was clear that she missed Ireland and had been very unhappy at times in New York. The ending was fitting, though, and was signalled. Interestingly, Vari...
- Fri Oct 30, 2015 1:43 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Steve Jobs
- Replies: 16
- Views: 7745
Re: Steve Jobs
Just read this online in an interview with John Sculley, where he comments on the Steve Jobs film: S culley: Jeff Daniels is a great actor. Aaron Sorkin is probably the best in the world at writing snappy, smart dialogue. And Danny Boyle is an Academy Award-winning director, who won an Academy Award...
- Fri Oct 23, 2015 11:07 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Steve Jobs
- Replies: 16
- Views: 7745
Re: Steve Jobs
A review from a US academic site reviewing the film, with comparisons with Citizen Kane. http://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/citizen-steve-aaron-sorkins-wellesian-perspective-on-the-life-of-steve-jobs/?utm_source=kw_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2015-10-23 BTW - never thought I'd s...
- Fri Oct 23, 2015 10:59 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Black Mass
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4322
Re: Black Mass
I thought there would be several comments after the Odeon Screen Unseen viewing, but could not see any. First of all, a couple of people walked out within 5 minutes - I think because they were expecting Lady in the Van. Black Mass was quite violent in places, and rather more so than Lady in the Van....
- Thu Oct 01, 2015 8:29 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Miss You Already
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1973
Re: Miss You Already
I found it troubling that I never particularly warmed to Toni Collette's character Millie, so that didn't help me connect with the character's journey through the film. The husbands were weakly characterised, as this is very much about the ups and downs of female friendship. I think I enjoyed it, i...
- Thu Oct 01, 2015 8:49 am
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Mia Madre
- Replies: 0
- Views: 588
Mia Madre
I saw this at an almost empty National Media Picturehouse (8 people, 2 of whom left about 20 minutes before the end). The reviews had been mixed, but I absolutely loved it. Been through a similar situation myself (a universal experience), and this story rang true, with some great performances. And, ...
- Mon Sep 21, 2015 10:27 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Palio
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2734
Re: Palio
Leeds Light was pretty full, although about 6 people walked out abut an hour in. (Why????) I found this compelling storytelling, with interesting - and determined - characters. The traditions seemed so archaic, but very Italian - full of character - and a bit of 'corruption'. Thoroughly enjoyed this...
- Fri Sep 11, 2015 10:35 pm
- Forum: Film Discussion
- Topic: Marshland
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1625
Re: Marshland
I really enjoyed this. The atmosphere was fantastic, making for a really gripping situation. The Post Franco context added real depth. The scenery was amazing - and I thought I knew this region. The period detail seemed spot on. Totally loved this. One of the best films in ages. Addressing a country...