Side Effects (2013)
Soderbergh delivers an interesting piece about the pharmaceutical industry that is heavily influenced by a traditional noir narrative.
Category: film reviews
Ugly Duckling, The (Russian Animation)
The story is simple — is there anyone in the world who’s not familiar with it??? — a baby swan is born to the wrong family and he’s ostracized for being different.
Berberian Sound Studio
Peter Strickland’s surreal throwback to Italian horror cinema makes for an interesting watch with impeccable sound work.
Amour (2012)
Haneke takes on his most emotional material to date, but ends up with a film that feels just as cold and distant as the rest.
Sword Bearer, The
Imagine Wolverine had only one blade. That’s exactly Sasha’s curse (or gift). When emotions run too high, it comes out of his hand and people are killed.
For A Good Time, Call…
A fun, female-driven comedy that delivers plenty of laughs and a surprising touch of sentimentality.
Cranes Are Flying, The
A young couple is separated by war in this stunning piece of cinematic history by Mikhail Kalatozov of the play by Viktor Rozov.
Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters
I won’t deny it. Watching Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters was an experience.
Royal Affair, A (2012)
Denmark’s Oscar nominee proves to be a solid and beautiful period piece led by three strong performances.
