Logline: Mark Schultz, a Gold Medal winning Olympic wrestler, is drawn into the strange world of wealthy John Du Pont, when he agrees to train at Foxcatchers facilities, ultimately with tragic consequences. Genre: True Story/Sports/Thriller Starring: Channing Tatum, Steve Carrell, Mark Rufalo, Sienna Miller Director: Bennett Miller I guess the most talked about aspect of… Continue reading Film Review: Foxcatcher (2014)
Um, I have something to say: some thoughts on finding your voice.
One of the girls I work with said something this week that's kind of been on my mind. She doesn't see herself as a writer, because the words on paper just don't flow for her. They don't come out easily and in ways that make her feel confident about sharing them. It was a funny… Continue reading Um, I have something to say: some thoughts on finding your voice.
Prequels and Sequels and Franchises, OH MY!
“Nobody wants to make any film, ever. I mean, you can assume that every head of every studio would be perfectly happy never to make another film, because making films is dangerous, costs too much money, none of them make sense, there’s absolutely no guarantee that they’re going to work – the best thing is… Continue reading Prequels and Sequels and Franchises, OH MY!
Film Review: The Babadook (2014)
Logline: "A single mother, plagued by the violent death of her husband, battles with her son's fear of a monster lurking in the house, but soon discovers a sinister presence all around her." (from the press release) Genre: Horror Starring: Essie Davis, Noah Wiseman, Daniel Henshall, Barbara West Directed by: Jennifer Kent We had a… Continue reading Film Review: The Babadook (2014)
Oscars 2015: The winners!
Ever since I was a little girl, I've loved the Oscars. When I was really tiny, it was really more about the dresses and the glamour, seeing the stars I'd watched in the films that year. But now that I'm a little older and wiser, ... I still appreciate the dresses and the glamour, but… Continue reading Oscars 2015: The winners!
How Writing a Script is Good for Your Health.
I think a lot of people find that writing is a cathartic process. I know I've written about it here before, because this is very true for me. I guess getting your thoughts out onto the page can really help clarify your feelings. But I've come across some talk recently about the way in which… Continue reading How Writing a Script is Good for Your Health.
Film Review: M (1931)
Directed By: Fritz Lang Written By: Thea Von Harbou, Fritz Lang Starring: Peter Lorre, Ellen Widmann, Inge Landgut Peter Lorre became known for his work as the creepy, slimey type of bad guy, epitomised by his role in Casablanca, but it was this film. M, directed by Fritz Lang, that initially launched his fame, and… Continue reading Film Review: M (1931)
Whirlygig Cinemas Directors Showcase No. 26: Documentaries
http://whirlygigcinema.com/news/review-spotlights-documentary/ This just out! My coverage of the event at Whirligig Cinema this month for them, as published on their website. This month the focus was on Documentaries, on a variety of subjects from pioneers of Gay Pride to animated re-enactments of a fathers memories of being in a coma. Check it out.
BAFTA Awards: The results are in…
Last night's Bafta's were yet again a star studded affair in London. Posted below are the results. Boyhood, Grand Budapest Hotel and Birdman are well represented here, as well as The Lego Movie getting a nod, though it was snubbed at the Oscars. Whiplash has also received some well deserved recognition. It has been a… Continue reading BAFTA Awards: The results are in…
Film Review: The Iceman (2012)
Logline: The true story of Richard Kuklinski, a hitman who killed over a hundred people for the Mob, whilst keeping his violent job from his family. Genre: True Crime Directed by: Ariel Vroman Starring: Michael Shannon, Winona Ryder, Chris Evans, Ray Liotta I saw this film again recently, when a friend and I were looking… Continue reading Film Review: The Iceman (2012)
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