Raya and the Last Dragon (2021) Review
The first wholly original Disney film in years, ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ starring Kelly Marie Tran and Awkwafina is likely to become a sure-fire animation classic. Review by Mark Carnochan.
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‘Fargo’ at 25 – Review
25 years removed from the release of the Coen Brothers’ iconic black comedy crime film ‘Fargo’, starring Frances McDormand, the 1996 release remains razor-sharp. Sam Sewell-Peterson reviews.
Read MoreMoonrise Kingdom (2012) Review
Wes Anderson is close to his best for his work on 2012 ensemble coming-of-age hit ‘Moonrise Kingdom’, starring Edward Norton, Bruce Willis, Frances McDormand and more. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MorePoly Styrene: I Am a Cliché (2021) Review – GFF
Marianne Elliott-Said, aka punk pioneer Poly Styrene of the X-Ray Spex, is the subject of her daughter’s documentary ‘Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché’ (2021), reviewed from Glasgow Film Festival by Leoni Horton.
Read More‘Trainspotting’ at 25 – Review
‘Trainspotting’ (1996) at 25 – Mark Carnochan’s review of Danny Boyle’s “small film from the small country that became one of the most famous films of all time”, starring Ewan McGregor.
Read MoreFantastic Mr Fox (2009) Review
Roald Dahl’s “Fantastic Mr. Fox” is adapted via stop-motion animation for the screen by Wes Anderson, in this ensemble film led by George Clooney and Meryl Streep. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MoreThe Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) Review
While not as beloved as some of Wes Anderson’s biggest films, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou is still a unique and enjoyable entry into the filmmaker’s catalogue. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MoreCasablanca (1942) Review
Starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, Golden Era Hollywood romance ‘Casablanca’ is one of the most recognisable films of all time. Joseph Wade offers his retrospective review.
Read MoreThe Sky Is Still Falling: ‘Donnie Darko’ at 20 – Review
Richard Kelly’s debut feature ‘Donnie Darko’, starring Jake Gyllenhaal in a star-making turn, holds a lasting impact and relevance 20 years on from its release. Sophie Butcher reviews.
Read MoreChaplin’s ‘The Kid’ – 100 Year Anniversary Review
Charlie Chaplin’s seminal feature ‘The Kid’ was released 100 years ago in 1921, and remains a “gently thought-stirring 53 minutes of cinema” according to Joseph Wade in this review.
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