There's a point in Noah Baumbach's fantastic Marriage Story where our two protagonists (played note perfectly by Scarlett Johansson - thankfully staying in her lane - and Adam Driver) close a gate together, one on either side. They push this barrier between themselves, working together to drive themselves apart. It's a wonderful moment that is … Continue reading Marriage Story (Review)
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The Irishman (Review)
Thanks to the Netflix war chest, Martin Scorsese has returned to the gangster epic with Robert De Niro in tow. The end result is something truly interesting but undeniably indulgent. Weighing in at 209 minutes, an easy target for criticism is the film's length. To a certain extent, this is a clear issue, the film … Continue reading The Irishman (Review)
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story (Review)
Martin Scorsese's Netflix documentary is exactly the kind of film that Bob Dylan deserves. First of all, it's excellent. In addition to this it also manages to be playful, misleading and silly, whilst also being profound, meaningful and insightful. It's a perfect companion-piece to the man himself - or at least the man he projected … Continue reading Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story (Review)
Anima (Review)
Two of my favourite things, Paul Thomas Anderson and Radiohead, have often proven themselves to be great tastes that go well together (check out those music videos!). With Anima, this relationship has deepened into a collaborative project between PTA and Thom Yorke, resulting in a short film (or 'one reeler' as PTA is calling it) … Continue reading Anima (Review)
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