Based on no real events, the story of Loro is cobbled together from news stories to make a probable or inventive tale of Italy in the years 2006 and 2010. It’s aim is to illustrate a side of the country and its people - their ambitions, loves, hopes - who swarm to be in the warm glow that is Silvio Berlusconi (Tony Servillo, above right). For the next 2.5 hours, the … [Read more...] about Loro – Film review
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Mary, Queen of Scots – Film review
**Warning: Spoiler alert** Mary was Queen of Scotland for only six years, but she packed a life-full. Crowned at only 6 days old when her father passed, she is shackled off to France for her protection. The film begins with Mary’s (Saoirse Ronan) return to Scotland, age 18 and a widow, to take up reign. The reunion with her half brother Moray (James McArdle) - is … [Read more...] about Mary, Queen of Scots – Film review
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World – Film Review
If you’ve not seen the first and second instalment of the How to Train Your Dragon franchise, do not fear. The story is solid enough that you won’t be wondering what happened before. After seeing this one, however, you may just want to see the others. Adults, this is not just a kid’s flick. The story opens with young Viking, Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel), Toothless, … [Read more...] about How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World – Film Review
Cold War – Film review
Fresh from sweeping the floor at the European Film Awards taking home five awards is Cold War: a sobering examination of love in all its forms - revenge, hate, jealousy, betrayal and obsession. It’s not all melancholy: what accompanies it is an exceptional soundtrack - from angelic sounds of Polish folk to choral to French club jazz. The music is where the story begins. … [Read more...] about Cold War – Film review
Mortal Engines – Film Review
From some of the epic filmmakers behind the Lord of the Rings titles, comes the first in a series from graphic novelist, Philip Reeve. The world of Mortal Engines takes place in the greater Europe. Set hundreds of years into the future, after war has left the landscape barren, the last of the big cities, London - depicted as a huge travelling city on wheels - seeks out the … [Read more...] about Mortal Engines – Film Review