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2012-11-04 3 notes

Oxymorons & Classics

So long since I blogged - I’ve definitely been watching less films since I started working in film, which is kind of an oxymoron of sorts… Nonetheless, here goes.

What I have realised all over again is that the BEST thing about film is something I will never be able to put into words. Its that feeling you get when you’ve discovered a new story, character, place. When you connect to something that has nothing to do with you, but somehow speaks to something in you.

Having studied film at university, I’ve long been ashamed of the fact that I haven’t seen so many “classics” and yesterday I managed to tick another one off the list - GOOD WILL HUNTING.

Where to begin. Well firstly it was like going in a time machine, back in time to when Ben and Matt were young and Minnie Driver too… (no comment)

My love for Matt Damon pretty much tripled. I absolutely fell for the character of Will. I believed every second, I believed his genius and felt his anger, frustration and pain.

The film was so well written (thumbs up boys) intelligent and emotive. Something that so many films don’t have, are characters with depth and stories. Stories you haven’t seen on screen, but that are conveyed in movements, looks, moments and lines. Robin Williams’ performance as Will’s counsellor, Sean was so moving. I don’t want to spoil it, for anyone who hasn’t seen it, but I will say this, there is a reason this film is a classic.

9/10

2012-07-27 0 notes

Ps.

The Amazing Spiderman, was just that - AMAZING.

Haters Gon Hate.

7/10

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Annie Hall

I do question my life, when at the age of 27 I am watching Annie Hall for the first time?!

It’s a firm favourite already and I fell head over heels in love with everything about this film. The Directing, Woody, Diane, New York, their love, E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G. When I get to writing on this blog, I never write to try and persuade people to see certain films, but rather share the films that I love and what I love about them. However, if I were to try and persuade you to see a film, this would be it.

Its poetic and realistic all in one breath… If I were to put it in a genre, I’d call it a “portrait of love” because its not just romantic, and its not just a comedy, but it has the elements of both and so much more in between.

For me, its up there with the likes of Funny Girl and The Way We Were, the films that make you feel love, not just tell you about them. The films that make you experience the full spectrum of human emotion. The films that make you want to visit a city, read a book, listen to an album, open old diaries, write in new ones…The films that make you want to fall in love…Annie Hall is all of this and so much more.

9/10

2012-07-07 368 notes

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50 Greatest Hitchcock Movie Moments

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2012-07-06 267 notes

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The Sound of Music, 1965 (dir. Robert Wise)

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Your Sister’s Sister…

One film that I mentioned wanting to REALLY see was YOUR SISTER’S SISTER. I have to say I was hugely torn over this one… It wasn’t all bad, but it wasn’t what I expected and I left quite disappointed. The story wasn’t fleshed out enough, the conflict not convincing enough and the ending was very half-hearted and felt thrown together.

I left not really caring what happened to any of the characters. This is such a great shame, as I don’t think that is meant to be the case! Mark Duplass’ character shines above and beyond the others and his skill for improvisation is so natural, I would’ve thought it was all completely scripted… And then there was Emily Blunt. Generally I’m a big fan of her’s and as good of an actress as she is, she is no Meg Ryan in the unscripted stakes. Please note, in When Harry Met Sally, the unscripted moments between Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan are what makes the film great!! In this film, I felt at times it was what let the story down and disconnected me from what was happening.

The cinematography swayed between art house and soft romance, which left me at a bit of a loss also. Nothing in the film felt anchored, sure, or convincing beyond belief; yet everything was set up to have us believe we were voyeurs in these people’s very real lives.

I almost want to give this film a second chance, to prove me wrong, to change my mind. OR you can go and see it and let me know what you think….

5/10

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Finally…

After months of searching, I’ve found my dream job, where I get to work in Film… All day, every day - my life is all about film…. except, somehow I haven’t had time to sit down and write about any of the films I’ve seen, or am keen to see and recently I’ve realised just how much I have missed writing about films. This is almost a note to self to keep up to date….

What has everyone else been watching? Wanting to hear what you’ve been loving at the cinema?

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Red Hook Summer Trailer

Spike Lee’s newest film releases later this year.

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2012-06-16 0 notes

Snow White and the Huntsman: 2012

Have you seen it yet? Were you planning to? If you weren’t planning to see this film and had written it off completely, I urge you to re-consider.

Now, I want to start by managing expectations here. It is an adaptation of the Snow White story and so and all know the storyline, no great surprises here. But I particularly love the take and tone of this film.

A good place to start would be with Jess Hall’s cinematography, for me this is absolutely the number one selling point of the film. It is beautiful, majestic, and enchanting all at once. Sanders’ direction is to be commended also, as Theron gives an outstanding, original performance as the evil queen.

Another strength of the film is the characters who are well rounded, as opposed to simply being caricature baddies and goodies. A lot has been said of Kristen Stewart’s performance in particular. And whilst it isn’t groundbreaking, she absolutely nails the purity and innocence of the protagonist that you are rooting for from the get go. Physically she embodies the almost ethereal qualities of a fairytale character and she holds onto to her English accent and maiden charm throughout. I was initially wary of her and Chris Hemsworth playing opposite each other, as both are such household names, especially in the world of “fairy tales” and “super heroes”, but Hemsworth also shone in the role of the troubled Huntsman, whose redemption lies within this girl’s survival. There were also great performances from Sam Claflin and Sam Spruell.

The news this week of Snow White and the Huntsman 2 has definitely piqued my interest and I will be intrigued to see where this goes…

7/10

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50 Greatest Movie Dads

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