Carol (2015) Review

Carol (2015) Review

Lesbian Christmas romance ‘Carol’ (2015), from director Todd Haynes and starring Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, is an inviting, powerful, moving romance. Review by Bella Madge.

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Judy Garland: 3 Career-Defining Performances

Judy Garland: 3 Career-Defining Performances

The best and most memorable silver screen performances of Hollywood legend and all-time great Judy Garland, a talent who could bring songs and stories to life like few others. Article by Bella Madge

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‘Mr Smith Goes to Washington’ at 85 – Review

‘Mr Smith Goes to Washington’ at 85 – Review

We behold the outrage of director Frank Capra, and absorb the performance of an all-time great career from James Stewart, in ‘Mr Smith Goes to Washington. Review by Bella Madge.

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West Side Story (1961) Review

West Side Story (1961) Review

Feature musical ‘West Side Story’, from directors Robert Wise and Jerome Robbins, still encourages us to feel immensely, more than 60 years after its release. Review by Bella Madge.

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10 Best Batman Moments

10 Best Batman Moments

The 10 best moments from Tim Burton’s 1989 live-action ‘Batman’ film starring Michael Keaton as the Caped Crusader and Jack Nicholson as The Joker. Article by Bella Madge.

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Autism Pride: How Film Taught Me to Live

Autism Pride: How Film Taught Me to Live

“For me, diagnosis meant freedom… celebration… life.” Bella Madge chronicles her journey through film to self-acceptance and understanding in this Autistic Pride piece.

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‘Seven Samurai’ at 70 – Review

‘Seven Samurai’ at 70 – Review

Akira Kurosawa samurai film ‘Seven Samurai’ speaks of the reality of the human experience in masterful ways, making it an unmissable experience even 70 years on. Review by Bella Madge.

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Moonlight (2016) Review

Moonlight (2016) Review

Best Picture winner ‘Moonlight’ (2016) is an experience we all must have, a film as truthful as the skin on your palm. Barry Jenkins directs a rich ensemble. Review by Bella Madge.

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5 James Stewart Movies That Made Him a Star

5 James Stewart Movies That Made Him a Star

James Stewart was the golden boy of Hollywood; his ascension to stardom glittered like a champagne flute. Here are 5 James Stewart movies that made him a star. Article by Bella Madge.

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