Porco Rosso (1992) Review
‘Expect an unexpectedly satirical edge’ to Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘Porco Rosso’ (1992), a strange diversion from the usual Studio Ghibli output. Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson.
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<p>Reviews in retrospect – the best of cinema long gone reviewed with a modern outlook by The Film Magazine. </p>
The Railway Children (1970) Review
The Railway Children may have its issues according to Annice White, but it still makes for an enjoyable nostalgia-filled afternoon. Full movie review here.
Read MoreKiki’s Delivery Service (1989) Review
Studio Ghibli anime feature ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’, written and directed by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, is “beautiful to look at”, “a hugely relatable coming-of-age film”. Sam Sewell-Peterson reviews.
Read MoreKes (1969) Review
“Kes (1969) is one of the premiere British films ever made. A bold, critical, moving masterpiece from one of the true masters of the form.” Joseph Wade’s review of Ken Loach film ‘Kes’.
Read MoreThe Host (2006) Review
Bong Joon-ho feature ‘The Host’ is not only “a smart and entertaining thriller, but a tender family drama and a rip-roaring comedy.” Sam Sewell-Peterson’s review.
Read MoreBilly Madison (1995) Retrospective Review
Does Adam Sandler’s ‘Billy Madison’ (1995) stand up to modern day audiences in 2020? Jacob Davis reviews the film that launched the Sand-Man’s career 25 years ago.
Read MoreSpring Breakers (2012) Review
“A fascinating movie”, Harmony Korine’s ‘Spring Breakers’ (2012) starring James Franco, Vanessa Hudgens and Selena Gomez is more than what you might expect. Full review here.
Read MoreTokyo Godfathers (2003) Review
‘Tokyo Godfathers’ (2003), from visionary Anime director Satoshi Kon, is an unlikely Japanese Christmas film with progressive messages and a real heart. Sam Sewell-Peterson reviews…
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It has become one of the Christmas holiday season’s most recognisable staples since its release in 2006, but does Nancy Meyers’ ‘The Holiday’, starring Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, Jude Law and Jack Black still hold up? Francesca Militello reviews.
Read MoreNational Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) Review
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989), from screenwriter John Hughes and starring Chevy Chase, is “highly entertaining farce” according to Bradley Weir in his review.
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