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The Last Tree
A spoiler light review of The Last Tree should begin with tone, because Shola Amoo understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. The Last Tree gains early credibility from Nicholas Pinnock, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Denise Black. The foundation of The Last Tree can be stated simply: After a happy childhood in the countryside, a teenager moves to London, where he must navigate an unfamiliar environment on his road to adulthood. Within its 1h 38m
Aug 103 min read
Intuitions
A spoiler light review of Intuitions should begin with tone, because James Helsing understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Intuitions gains early credibility from René Mena, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mike Manning. The foundation of Intuitions can be stated simply: A criminal attorney struggles with his sexuality, a cryptic new boyfriend, unemployment and the disturbing childhood secrets his parents hold. Within its 1h 30m running time,
Aug 102 min read
Vision Portraits
A spoiler light review of Vision Portraits should begin with tone, because Rodney Evans understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Vision Portraits gains early credibility from John Dugdale, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Rodney Evans. The foundation of Vision Portraits can be stated simply: An in depth exploration of the creative paths of blind and visually impaired artists including a photographer, dancer, writer and filmmaker. Within its
Aug 102 min read
Shooting the Mafia
A spoiler light review of Shooting the Mafia should begin with tone, because Kim Longinotto understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Shooting the Mafia gains early credibility from Letizia Battaglia, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mariachiara di Trapani. The foundation of Shooting the Mafia can be stated simply: Italian photographer Letizia Battaglia spends her career documenting the life and crimes of the Mafia. Within its 1h 34m running
Aug 103 min read
Casanova, Last Love
A spoiler light review of Casanova, Last Love should begin with tone, because Benoît Jacquot understands exactly how this romance ought to feel. Casanova, Last Love gains early credibility from Vincent Lindon, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Stacy Martin. The foundation of Casanova, Last Love can be stated simply: In the eighteenth century, Casanova, known for his taste for fun and play, arrived in London after having to go into exile. Within its 1h 38m
Aug 103 min read
Draupadi Unleashed
A spoiler light review of Draupadi Unleashed should begin with tone, because Tony Stopperan understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Draupadi Unleashed gains early credibility from Cas Anvar, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Taha Shah Badussha. The foundation of Draupadi Unleashed can be stated simply: The story of a young woman, in 1930s British India, seeking an identity of her own against an arranged marriage and the manipulations of a powerfu
Aug 103 min read
State Funeral
A spoiler light review of State Funeral should begin with tone, because Sergey Loznitsa understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. State Funeral gains early credibility from Joseph Stalin, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Nikita Khrushchev. The foundation of State Funeral can be stated simply: The enigma of the personality cult is revealed in the grand spectacle of Joseph Stalin's funeral. Within its 2h 15m running time, State Funeral reveals
Aug 103 min read
Hollywould
A spoiler light review of Hollywould should begin with tone, because Joshua Coates understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Hollywould gains early credibility from Eric Roberts, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Torrei Hart. The foundation of Hollywould can be stated simply: Award winning writer, celebrity Mark Travis seeks inspiration by returning to his hometown. Within its 1h 30m running time, Hollywould reveals both the benefits and the lim
Aug 102 min read
Bricked
A spoiler light review of Bricked should begin with tone, because Aleshia Cowser Jackson understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Bricked gains early credibility from Tracy Campbell, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Terrence 'T.C.' Carson. The foundation of Bricked can be stated simply: An ambitious grad finds himself in turmoil within his family as he battles with his recent diagnosis Bipolar disorder. Within its 1h 32m running time, Bricked rev
Aug 102 min read
The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw
A spoiler light review of The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw should begin with tone, because Shelley Niro understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw gains early credibility from Morningstar Angeline, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Andrew Martin. The foundation of The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw can be stated simply: Mitzi Bearclaw is an indigenous woman who reluctantly returns to her
Aug 103 min read
The Wild Goose Lake
A spoiler light review of The Wild Goose Lake should begin with tone, because Yi'nan Diao understands exactly how this crime drama ought to feel. The Wild Goose Lake gains early credibility from Ge Hu, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Lun Mei Gwei. The foundation of The Wild Goose Lake can be stated simply: A gangster on the run sacrifices everything for his family and a woman he meets while on the lam. Within its 1h 53m running time, The Wild Goose Lake
Aug 103 min read
Lydia Lunch: The War Is Never Over
A spoiler light review of Lydia Lunch: The War Is Never Over should begin with tone, because Beth B understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Lydia Lunch: The War Is Never Over gains early credibility from Ron Athey, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Bob Bert. The foundation of Lydia Lunch: The War Is Never Over can be stated simply: LYDIA LUNCH The War Is Never Over by Beth B is the first career spanning documentary retrospective of Lydia Lu
Aug 103 min read
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