Both in debt up to their necks, Albert (Pio Marmaï) and Bruno (Jonathan Cohen) have turned to a community worker (Mathieu Amalric) for help with their financial woes. After a group workshop, they stumble into a bar that is hosting a gathering of young social activists, led by a vivacious organiser (Noémie Merlant). Attracted more by the free beer and chips than the group's … [Read more...] about A Difficult Year – Film review
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Life After Fighting – Film review
Life After Fighting is a must see of fans of martial arts. The story fades in on the tranquil existence of Alex Faulkner (Bren Foster), a former martial arts world champion. That existence is soon shattered by the inexplicable vanishing of two young students from his martial arts school. As all avenues of hope seem to dwindle, Faulkner must overcome his unwillingness to … [Read more...] about Life After Fighting – Film review
Mr Blake At Your Service – Film review
Straight from the pages of Gilles Legardinier’s international hit novel, Complètement Cramé! - which was translated into 17 languages and sold over a million copies across 22 countries - comes Mr Blake At Your Service, a romantic comedy-drama starring John Malkovich and French screen icon, Fanny Ardant. Malkovich plays a charming British businessman, Andrew Blake, still … [Read more...] about Mr Blake At Your Service – Film review
Jokes & Cigarettes – Film review
Jokes & Cigarettes brings to audiences the story of Catalan humourist Eugenio Jofra, a chain-smoking comedian known for his deadpan delivery, smoked glasses and trademark total black attire. Jofra falls into standup comedy by default. Originally a jeweller, his career trajectory changes when he meets musician Conchita on a bus, and it is love at first sight. He follows … [Read more...] about Jokes & Cigarettes – Film review
Lubo – Film review
At close to three hours, Lubo will test the concentration of any seasoned movie goer. While some dramatisations could have been cut, they still remain ever appealing to watch. In the winter of 1939 in Switzerland, Lubo, who makes a humble living as a nomadic street performer, is called up to join the Swiss army to defend the border with Austria from a potential German … [Read more...] about Lubo – Film review