Caught The French Dispatch last night. As ever with his movies it will divide viewers. I am a fan of Wes Anderson, except for the Life Aquatic...which I hated, but I really, really enjoyed it. It's unmistakably a Wes Anderson film - if you knew nothing about it, you'd know it was his work within 30 secs. And for me, thats not bad thing.
Yes, it's essentially a collection of short stories built around one character but I still enjoyed them. All the usual actors you'd expect in a Wes Anderson film are there and, having deliberately avoid any reviews, etc. I really enjoyed the "surprise" cameos and appearances too.
Don't bother if you don't like his films, it won't change your mind, but recommended if you do.
been stuck indoors with (a supposedly) non-covid virus .. chance to catch up .. most striking so far ? ..
from a while ago 'The Death of Stalin' .. superbly set and acted satire .. also despite (perhaps even because of) the comedy, a film that shows up like not many films and documentaries had done before, the horror and terror endured by the Russian people at the hands of grubby little Uncle Joe and his psychotic, drunken acolytes and henchmen
been stuck indoors with (a supposedly) non-covid virus .. chance to catch up .. most striking so far ? ..
from a while ago 'The Death of Stalin' .. superbly set and acted satire .. also despite (perhaps even because of) the comedy, a film that shows up like not many films and documentaries had done before, the horror and terror endured by the Russian people at the hands of grubby little Uncle Joe and his psychotic, drunken acolytes and henchmen
been stuck indoors with (a supposedly) non-covid virus .. chance to catch up .. most striking so far ? ..
from a while ago 'The Death of Stalin' .. superbly set and acted satire .. also despite (perhaps even because of) the comedy, a film that shows up like not many films and documentaries had done before, the horror and terror endured by the Russian people at the hands of grubby little Uncle Joe and his psychotic, drunken acolytes and henchmen
great film
Indeed.
Just off out to see Ghostbusters: afterlife at Catford Mews.
I'm not afraid to admit that I was really looking forward to this one! An unashamedly nostalgic sequel/ reboot that director Jason Reitman (son of Ghostbusters director Ivan) is as qualified to make as anyone, and his love for and familiarity with the franchise is what got it made.
The first hour is a big tease, almost like a trailer for the movie inside the movie. It only really makes sense if someone put a blindfold on you and didn't tell you what movie you were about to watch. Still, the slow burn before finally unleashing the big hitters - the proton packs, music, Gozer and so on - does work.
Some of the characters are horrifically under-written. Not least the mother of the kids who, I thought, were cast a little too young and acted like adults (the kid called Podcast delivering exposition that could have been written for a 60-year-old was a bit much). That said, the girl playing Egon's granddaughter (McKenna Grace) was outstanding. A genuine talent.
They deal really well with the death of Harold Ramis, and I must admit I got a little choked up at one point.
It has some flaws - It delves into a more slapstick tone at some points which didn't quite fit, and I think it might have been chopped up a bit in the edit suite which makes the odd subplot fail to pay off. Also, there's a frustrating lack of people around the town who aren't the main characters. There are two or three other things that I really liked but that would require spoilers and I can't remember how to do spoilers on here!
I thoroughly enjoyed myself and I hope it's a hit, because I'd happily watch more of this.
4/6.5
Must admit I was looking forward to it and I loved it, had a tear in my eye, maybe two tears as I missed the Plymouth game too but there’s still time for that to get fucked up 😱👻
Not a recent film by a long shot, being 1963, but I watched The Small World of Sammy Lee again. One of the great London location films, mostly Soho and a bit of the East End, and a career-best performance by Anthony Newley. A lot of people have said that Uncut Gems is basically a remake of this.
Watched The Last Duel last night. Had high expectations with the director (Ridley Scott) and cast (Adam Driver & Matt Damon) but parts of it grated. It's the same story told from three different people's point of view, but the differences in the POVs are only subtle, so you end up replaying the same scenes three times and with only very subtle differences, and it's incredibly dull to watch the same scenes over and over again.
It does deal with some interesting themes and the performances are good.
Watched The Last Duel last night. Had high expectations with the director (Ridley Scott) and cast (Adam Driver & Matt Damon) but parts of it grated. It's the same story told from three different people's point of view, but the differences in the POVs are only subtle, so you end up replaying the same scenes three times and with only very subtle differences, and it's incredibly dull to watch the same scenes over and over again.
It does deal with some interesting themes and the performances are good.
I enjoyed it and agree with the criticism of it too
Matt Damon was brilliant, Ben Affleck was hamming it right up and had me laughing out loud at some points. Adam Driver plays a bad guy really well and Jodie Comer was good too but her accent kept going all over the place which made me laugh a few times but portrayed the character very well
The new Spider-Man is very good, genuinely got some brilliant moments and goes in directions I didn't expect.
Also BIG potential spoilers ahead...
That said you really need to have seen at least the first two to get the most out of it and preferably the other spider man films (e.g. Maguire and Garfield) too
Ron's Gone Wrong. A thoroughly entertaining animated movie. It looks as though someone who worked on Big Hero Six may have been involved, but this is a great family flick. At times sad thoughtful and laugh out loud funny, this is well worth a look. And if you have the Disney app, it's on there for free. 8/10
Ron's Gone Wrong. A thoroughly entertaining animated movie. It looks as though someone who worked on Big Hero Six may have been involved, but this is a great family flick. At times sad thoughtful and laugh out loud funny, this is well worth a look. And if you have the Disney app, it's on there for free. 8/10
Ron's Gone Wrong. A thoroughly entertaining animated movie. It looks as though someone who worked on Big Hero Six may have been involved, but this is a great family flick. At times sad thoughtful and laugh out loud funny, this is well worth a look. And if you have the Disney app, it's on there for free. 8/10
Ron's Gone Wrong. A thoroughly entertaining animated movie. It looks as though someone who worked on Big Hero Six may have been involved, but this is a great family flick. At times sad thoughtful and laugh out loud funny, this is well worth a look. And if you have the Disney app, it's on there for free. 8/10
New Spiderman is very good - my girlfriend really enjoyed it as well although she had no idea of some of the references and nods to previous films. Willem Dafoe absolutely steals the show as Green Goblin, he's brilliant in it. I read beforehand that he insisted on doing all his own stunts as well which was really impressive (obviously not the back flipping etc but all the fight scenes I expect). Liked where it left the character moving forward too.
Ron's Gone Wrong. A thoroughly entertaining animated movie. It looks as though someone who worked on Big Hero Six may have been involved, but this is a great family flick. At times sad thoughtful and laugh out loud funny, this is well worth a look. And if you have the Disney app, it's on there for free. 8/10
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from a while ago 'The Death of Stalin' .. superbly set and acted satire .. also despite (perhaps even because of) the comedy, a film that shows up like not many films and documentaries had done before, the horror and terror endured by the Russian people at the hands of grubby little Uncle Joe and his psychotic, drunken acolytes and henchmen
New Disney animation about a displaced family with magical powers. Very enjoyable watch with a good soundtrack.
Thought it was excellent - loved the way it was shot and an excellent cast. One of my favourite soundtracks.
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It does deal with some interesting themes and the performances are good.
Matt Damon was brilliant, Ben Affleck was hamming it right up and had me laughing out loud at some points. Adam Driver plays a bad guy really well and Jodie Comer was good too but her accent kept going all over the place which made me laugh a few times but portrayed the character very well
Very strange but I enjoyed the darkness of it and considering the subject matter is a mythical monster, the acting was pretty good.
Also BIG potential spoilers ahead...
So, I'm not sure I want to tempt fate and end up disliking this one which would ruin the memory of the first one.
I love the original, didnt think the new one added anything and there was a lack of chemistry between Tony and Maria 7/10
A thoroughly entertaining animated movie. It looks as though someone who worked on Big Hero Six may have been involved, but this is a great family flick. At times sad thoughtful and laugh out loud funny, this is well worth a look. And if you have the Disney app, it's on there for free.
8/10
Big hero six is another favourite.