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Scorsese creates a richly textured, barely fathomable, three dimensional world to compose a profoundly heartfelt elegy to the cinema and the masters that have come before him. And once you’ve let yourself be captivated by the film’s stunning imagery, nestled snugly within the spectacle is a compelling story performed by talented, charismatic actors – Continue reading: A quick note on “Hugo”
Tweetnopsis: #XMen1stClass: Failed to impress with its revisionism, but I can’t help but admire Nick Hoult’s ability to claw his way back from obscurity. This is without doubt Matthew Vaughn’s worst film, but I’m willing to give him a pass because this is probably most most sutdio interference he’s had to cope with Continue reading: What I didn’t like about X-Men: First Class
Not only is it a captivating tale about Marvel’s least relatable hero, but red cape or no, it never felt like a comic book adaptation. Continue reading: Thor
A reconstitution of the Fast franchise that incorporates the most universal elements of The Fugitive and Ocean’s 11, and little else. Continue reading: Fast Five review
Steve has seen Sucker Punch and the news is good. Continue reading: Sucker Punch – Pure Decadent Eye Syrup
Neil Marshall takes us on another excursion into no man’s land. Continue reading: Centurion | A Familiar Journey into Hostile Territory
Sylvain Chomet’s L’Illusioniste was a spellbinding way for Steve to kick-off the Victoria Film Festival. Continue reading: The Illusionist | Depressing without being bleak
Steve thinks The Lovely Bones is worth a second look by just about everyone. Continue reading: The Lovely Bones (2009)
Soren Johnstone’s naturalistic style should serve as an example that budgetary concerns don’t have to stand in the way of beautiful cinematography. Continue reading: Play With Fire
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