Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson gives quite an affecting performance in the forgettable, often-preposterous Snitch.
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Oh boy… Angels of Evil is the most unintentional smash-hit comedy of the year.
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Nichijou My Ordinary Life is one of the funniest and boggling anime I have ever seen.
REVIEW: Evil Dead (2013) – 2nd Opinion
Evil Dead is hardcore horror and an impressive technical feat.
REVIEW: Evil Dead (2013)
It’s certainly violent, no question, but that’s about all it has going in favour.
REVIEW: Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
Star Trek Into Darkness is a cosmic fireball of epic proportions. It’s fun to watch but it’s mostly just empty space dust.
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Drift is a film that is superb on the water but a little wobbly on dry land.
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Hemmingway & Gelhorn DVD GIVEAWAY
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FIVE STAR FILMS
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FIVE STAR FILMS #45: Roman Holiday (1953)
Roman Holiday certainly deserves its place in the canon of great classic films, and is an absolute treat to experience. Read more →
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FIVE STAR FILMS #44: The Leopard (1963) by Lee Zachariah
Exactly fifty years ago, The Leopard won the Palm D’or at the 1963 Cannes Film Festival, and this is why. Read more →
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FIVE STAR FILMS #43: Singin’ in the Rain (1952)
So now on to some reasons WHY Singin’ in The Rain (co-directed by greats Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen) is so beloved … Read more →
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FIVE STAR FILMS: Kern Saxton (director of Sushi Girl) – Apocalypse Now (1979)
Kern Saxton, the writer, producer, editor, director and star of 'Sushi Girl' sat down with Graffiti With Punctuation to share his pick for a Five Star Film. Read more →
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FIVE STAR FILMS: Thomas Keneally (Booker Prize Winning Author) Fargo (1996)
TK: "I think that 'Fargo' is a superb film." Read more →
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Alicia Malone’s Cannes Diary: Day 8
“Ladies and gentlemen, please take your seats, the screening is about to begin. Please turn off your mobile telephones for the duration of the performance.” That recorded message plays first in French, then English, about
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Alicia Malone’s Cannes Diary: Day 7
“And too much of your butt? Impossible!” I said [to Matt Damon], because I’m shameless.
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Alicia Malone’s Cannes Diary: Day 6
As my friend’s alarm clock signalled the start of another Cannes day, I tentatively opened my eyes, scared to feel the presence of a hangover. There was none, and I was relieved that I had enough sense to stop after a few glasses of champagne last night, which was flowing freely at the Weinstein party.
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Alicia Malone’s Cannes Diary: Day 5
It’s amazing how the weather can affect your mood. Walking out into the sun this morning, seeing the rain cleaned streets sparkle in the sun, I almost wanted to kick up my heels, pull out some jazz hands and possibly break into song. If only I could sing.
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Alicia Malone’s Cannes Diary: Day 4
After yet another pain au chocolat for breakfast, I walked through some relentless rain, cursing my giant umbrella. Here in Cannes, the smartest guys are the umbrella sellers posted on every corner.