A version of this review originally appeared on BRWC. The Blue Room – a strictly anonymous, limitless sex party – where a whole new, alluring world unfolds before him. There, Sequin connects with a captivating stranger, but they are separated suddenly. Utterly fixated on this man, Sequin sets off on an exhilarating and dangerous mission… Continue reading Sequin in a Blue Room
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Potato Dreams Of America
A version of the review originally appeared on CRPWrites. An autobiographical dark comedy about a young boy growing up in the collapsing USSR, Potato dreams of one day making it to America to become a filmmaker with his mother. Written and directed by Wes Hurley about his childhood, Hurley is able to nail multiple tones… Continue reading Potato Dreams Of America
Swan Song
A version of this review originally appeared on CRPWrites. Swan Song is the definition of “let it build.” It was a film that had me thinking about tapping the big white X in the first 10 minutes, but by the end had given me goosebumps and left my eyes brimming with tears. Written and directed by… Continue reading Swan Song
Valentina
A version of this review originally appeared on CineChat. When Valentina moves to a new town with her mother, she has the normal worries any teenager would – wanting her freedom and to make friends. But as a transgender teen in Brazil, she risks facing significant challenges and stigmas within her school and local communities… Continue reading Valentina
Supernova
A version of this review originally appeared on CRPWrites. Providing an intimate look at a couple as one of them is facing an impending illness, Supernova destroyed me with its beautiful and moving performances. In only his second feature length piece, Harry Macqueen has crafted a masterpiece of film. His direction is well-paced and sombre, yet heartfelt.… Continue reading Supernova
Saint Frances Review
A version of this review originally appeared on CineChat. Saint Frances follows Bridget, floundering in her thirties as she takes a summer job as nanny to Frances, whose parents are preparing for the imminent birth of a second child. Let me start by saying what a joyous and wonderful film this is. It was a… Continue reading Saint Frances Review
Summer of 85 Review
A version of this article originally appeared on CineChat. Summer in a French seaside town sees a chance meeting between Alexis and David. Alexis sees David as the friend of his dreams and they blur the lines between friendship and lovers, but as with all great teen romances, it seems as though this one may… Continue reading Summer of 85 Review
Ammonite Review
A version of this article originally appeared on CineChat. Ammonite stars Kate Winslet and Saoirse Ronan, two powerhouse actresses known for their awards worthy performances in period dramas. Unfortunately, it feels as though the film relies too heavily on the performances alone and with little character development for an audience to grip, we’re left flat… Continue reading Ammonite Review
Shirley Review
A version of this review originally appeared on CineChat. Newlywed Rose (Odessa Young) becomes an unlikely muse to famous and damaged horror writer Shirley Jackson in this tense and exciting drama. Shirley has quite rightly been billed as Elizabeth Moss’ film, and her performance is every bit as insane as you would expect. An enigma… Continue reading Shirley Review
Kajillionaire Review
A version of this review originally appeared on CineChat. Kajillionaire had its UK premiere earlier this week as part of London Film Festival 2020 and is now in cinemas around the country. The newest film from Miranda July (Me and You and Everyone We Know) follows an oddball family of grifters who live their life off the grid.… Continue reading Kajillionaire Review
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