‘Waiting for Lightning’ may leave you waiting for the best part of the story
This is a documentary film that has an amazing tale to tell… yet does so in a rather ordinary fashion.
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‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ is a fine first feature film
This is an outstanding first feature film by co-writer and director, Behn Zeitlin.
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‘Rust and Bone’ shows Marion Cotillard is made of tough stuff
Jacques Audiard’s drama makes a great showpiece for leads Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts.
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‘Middle of Nowhere’ is raw, real and outstanding
A gritty movie about how tough life can be when living in limbo.
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‘Killing Them Softly’ is far from killing it on screen
Adaptation of novel is very good, although perhaps we could have done without the heavy-handed messages about the economy and politics.
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‘Price Check’ is well worth the price of admission
An interesting, thought-provoking film that contains a third act plot twist that might just make you sit straight up in your seat
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‘Silver Linings Playbook’ falls short of the goal
David O. Russell turns a piercing look into the mind of the mentally ill into a neutered, loosy-goosey comedy without claws.
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‘Life of Pi’ more than just a 3D treat – it’s complex, profound and highly intelligent
This is a movie that will sit with you for days as you mull over the implications left at the ending of the film.
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Ang Lee’s ‘Life of Pi’ is magical and best seen in 3D
Director Ang Lee makes the most of the adaptation of Yann Martel’s novel by screenwriter David Magee, particularly in the images that leap off the screen when viewed in 3D.
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‘Dragon’ (‘Wu Xia’) is best seen on the big screen
This is an excellent representation of the genre, making up for the only average fighting sequences by adding elements of superb character development and a bit of CSI-like forensic detective work.
