Category: Reviews
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Rock the Kasbah – Review
May well be named after a terrific song by The Clash, but seems intent on hitting all of the wrong notes. Read More >
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Miles Ahead – Review
Don Cheadle stars and directs this fluid biopic of jazz legend Miles Davis, in which the actor has distanced himself from the term ‘biopic’ much like Davis moved away from the label of ‘jazz’ – and the resulting film plays with the genre while delivering an entertaining insight into the mind of a troubled genius. Read More >
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We Are Your Friends – Review
But, much like a night out at a club in real life, most of this film will be best forgotten, but there’s the occasional fun moment that you can take away with you Read More >
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Straight Outta Compton – Review
A couple familiar beats and an overly long running time aside, Straight Outta Compton is a powerful biopic about artists expressing how they see the world. Read More >
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Magic Mike XXL – Review
“Here’s a film that lives up to its title, and then some.” Read More >
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Love & Mercy – Review
“Of course with any biopic – especially of somebody so idiosyncratic and renowned – a suspension of disbelief is required. But Pohlad is asking too much of the viewer in this instance, by casting two such distinctive actors to play the same role.” Read More >
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Amy – Review
“we never once lose sight of the human being within – the incredibly talented musician at the heart of it all.” Read More >
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Pitch Perfect 2 – Review
“Pitch Perfect went against the grain to make for an immensely entertaining cinematic experience. However in this eagerly anticipated sequel, the line between what can be considered cringe and what is comedy is a rather blurred one, as this delves unwittingly into Glee territory at times”… Read More >
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Cobain: Montage of Heck – Review
“This film has enough appeal for both aficionados of the late singer’s work and those less acquainted, as it’s a human tale, showing the highs and lows of a life in the limelight.” Read More >
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Whiplash review
“The story itself doesn’t sound like it would be one that is so deserving of such high acclaim, but it’s that understated nature which serves Whiplash so well.” Read More >
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