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Mank – Film Review

Mank

MANK – Netflix. The depiction of Hollywood screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz played by Gary Oldman is one recovering from a car accident. He has problems with both alcohol and gambling but even with these demons, he is still able to integrate with others who like him and his witticisms. And...

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UNCUT GEMS – Film Review

Uncut Gems

Executively produced by Martin Scorsese (GOODFELLAS, GANGS OF NEW YORK, THE WOLF OF WALL STREET) and starring Adam Sandler in a serious but not unfunny role as Howard Ratner-a New York jeweller with gambling debts, a failed marriage with children, and a loose partner with whom he now shares...

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OUTBREAK 1995 – Film Review

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When the film CONTAGION was recently broadcast on ITV2, I was surprised to hear it had been received with a number of complaints from viewers who felt further scared by the subject matter. Unlike when I was growing up when there was only 3 terrestrial channels to choose from,...

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The Call Of The Wild – Film Review

The Call Of The Wild - Film Review

The Call Of The Wild starring Harrison Ford re-tells Jack London’s original short story loosely based on the author’s personal experience during the 19th Century Klondike Gold rush. The film was released to coincide with School’s half term and so is clearly tailored for children also. Telling the story...

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‘Who Killed British Cinema?’ Robin Dutta & Vinod Mahindru | RAW Interview

Henry Riley managed to catch up with Robin Dutta and Vinod Mahindru who Produced and Directed the film ‘Who Killed British Cinema’. They discussed government policies, Harvey Weinstein & whether there are any British films anymore. You can buy a copy of the film or book here: https://whokilledbritishcinema.com/

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Dunkirk 2017 Film Review

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In WHO KILLED BRITISH CINEMA? , Sir Ben Kingsley states in response to the next generation of UK film makers: “ We have to be valiant!” Bravery is precisely what English film director Christopher Nolan represents in DUNKIRK. There are no Americans. The film is propped up by Kenneth Branagh,...

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The Book of Henry – Film Review

An emotive and original piece of writing (Gregg Hurwitz) following a recent trend of very strong child performances with THE SHACK, GIFTED, released this month.  Henry is still not a teenager but plays the role of responsible adult alongside official single parent played by the impressive Naomi Watts. He...

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Hampstead – Film Review

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American legend Diane Keaton stars alongside Brendan Gleeson and Simon Callow in this British story loosely based on the life of Harry Hallowes known as the Hampstead Heath squatter. Just like THE LADY IN THE VAN, also based on a true character, eccentricity and social responsibility have always been...

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CHURCHILL – Film Review

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A man under pressure. When the Allies begin to embark upon defending the Western Front from Nazi Germany CHURCHILL paints the Prime Minister of Great Britain amidst his private thoughts and feelings as opposed to his policies and public image. Fantastic actor Brian Cox depicts an engaging and intriguing...

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GIFTED FILM REVIEW

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GIFTED stars CAPTAIN AMERICA’S Chris Evans, Octavia Spencer and with child actress McKenna Grace who is beautifully directed by Marc Webb (500 DAYS OF SUMMER). Frank (Evans) is Mary’s (Grace) uncle having taken in the seven year old child prodigy after her mother’s suicide. And just like her mother,...

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