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Reviews Archive

Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

“...treats his work with the reverence it has earned...”

Ip Man: The Legend Is Born

“...runs out of steam long before the prosaic ending.”

Agora

“…a powerful blend of classical historical drama, intimate love triangle, and the search for answers...”

Agatha Christie: Poirot - Murder On The Orient Express

“...brings emotional power...”

Agatha Christie: Marple - The Secret Of Chimneys

“...there isn’t anything in it that makes it required viewing.”

A Town Called Panic

“...outrageously avant-garde and charmingly homespun...”

Alien Vs Ninja

“...a B grade sci-fi and ninja monster movie...”

The Rite

Weighed down by an overly earnest approach, this fails to tap into the crucial emotional element and subsequently ends up a dreary affair.

Rango

Closer to a comedy for adults than a kids’ flick, this ground-breaking and simply unmissable animation bursts with creativity, humour and clever references.

Immigration Nation: The Secret History Of Us.

“...as close as one can get to a three hour comprehensive history of this country.”

Howl

Fittingly unconventional in narrative and driven by James Franco’s inspired performance, this is a fascinating and thought-provoking tribute to an epic work.

Kiss Me Again

While some may find the constant shift of moods and narratives wearying, for the most part this is intelligent and emotionally resonant drama.

The Company Men

Driven by terrific lead performances, moody cinematography and an insider’s feel for details, this is a bruising exploration of a timely subject.

Wagner & Me

A revealing look into the life of this fascinating composer made all the more enjoyable thanks to Fry’s witty commentary and obvious enthusiasm.

Hall Pass

Weighed down by a shallow premise, cringe-worthy gags and mixed performances, this ends up one big, boring disappointment.

Carmen 3D

With the revelatory 3D bringing us closer to the performance, this is a spectacular cinematic experience.

Wasted On The Young

Stylistically striking and featuring a clutch of stunning performances from emerging local talent, this is a remarkable achievement sure to generate discussion.

The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest

While the least satisfying instalment in the trilogy, this still throbs with a slow-burning tension and provides an appropriate farewell to a compelling series.

The Adjustment Bureau

Despite the thought-provoking premise and talent involved, this is let down by a lagging pace and a failure to elicit any real surprises.

Saat Khoon Maaf

Based on a seven page short story by Ruskin Bon, Saat Khoon Maaf trawls through...