Odeon Coventry finally decided to show Lady Bird, a film that has been out for months and which has garnered some pretty major critical acclaim. Though it didn’t win, it was nominated at the Oscars for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Supporting Actress and Best Screenplay, and it won the Golden Globe for best Comedy Film. This major acclaim got me very excited to see the film, and while it didn’t quite live up to my (very high) expectations, I did enjoy it.
Author: Daniel Robinson
STOP RUINING MY CHILDHOOD! (A Mini Rant about Disney Remakes)
I have resisted this post for a while now. I try and keep my film blog lighthearted and entertaining, but I think it’s finally time for my first rant (after my mini moans about ‘Beauty and The Beast’, this one has been a long time coming!) Disney are currently in a habit of rebooting all … Continue reading STOP RUINING MY CHILDHOOD! (A Mini Rant about Disney Remakes)
“…and the Winner Is” (2018 Oscars Predictions)
And so, the Oscars are upon us! I had really wanted to see all the nominees so I could give my fair opinion on who should win what, but unfortunately our local Odeon decided not to show Lady Bird or Phantom Thread, so I’ve missed them. I don’t, however, think they’ll win anything, but here … Continue reading “…and the Winner Is” (2018 Oscars Predictions)
Playtime’s Over (Game Night review)
Everything about this film seemed like it was doomed to fail. For starters, it stars Jason Bateman, who though I love in Arrested Development, it can’t be denied his films have been very hit and miss. The premise looked like It would be weak, and it generally seemed like Game Night would be a really naff comedy. What a joy to say that this film is actually a genuinely brilliant comedy gem.
Blades of Glory (I, Tonya review)
Well, with this horrible weather we’re currently experiencing, seeing ‘I, Tonya’ was a well-timed affair. Telling the shockingly true story of ice skater Tonya Harding and her madcap career, it is a brilliantly creative black comedy drama about brutally cold-hearted characters.
“It was the Summer of ’83” (Call Me by Your Name review)
A wonderful drama, in a beautiful location, with outstanding performances (click to read more)
“We shall film them on the beaches” (Dunkirk Review)
I re-watched Dunkirk, and suddenly realised that not only is it a breathtaking cinematic spectacle, it is also a powerfully emotional piece (click to read more)
The Little Merman (The Shape of Water review)
By now you’ll have heard that ‘The Shape of Water’ is one of the best reviewed and well accepted films of 2017. Guillermo del Toro won awards for best directing at the Golden Globes and the BAFTA’s, and it’s won a whole host of awards in various other categories. While I see why its won … Continue reading The Little Merman (The Shape of Water review)
Remix Culture and the implications of Copyright Law
Remix’s are a huge part of the media today, in music, film and publishing. As proven by Kirby Ferguson, ‘Everything is a Remix’, remix culture is common practice in society. Pastiche and Parody’s show no sign of going out of fashion, with filmmakers like Edgar Wright and Quentin Tarantino championing them in their work. It … Continue reading Remix Culture and the implications of Copyright Law
A masterclass in ‘Tragi-Comedy’ (Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri review)
A beautifully written black comedy, where sublime performances ensure a perfect balance of laughs and heartbreak (click to read more)










