Film review: The Wizard of the Kremlin
A political thriller imagines how the rise of Putin mirrors the fall of Russian society. Jude Law mimics the Russian leader and Paul Dano represents…
By Francisco Silva - 4 min read
Film review: Don’t Worry Darling, Amsterdam plus ticket giveaway
Harry Styles and Florence Pugh, in of the most talked about and divisive films of the year, go up against a comedy-drama with Christian Bale,…
By Francisco Silva - 7 min read
Film review: On The Count of Three and The Humans
Two films from first-time filmmakers explore the tragic ennui of modern America. On the Count of Three sees his director, Jerrod Carmichael, deal with mental…
By Francisco Silva - 6 min read
Film review: Bodies Bodies Bodies
A24’s new film is a post-modern whodunnit about a group of self-absorbed and privileged millennials. It may feel a bit too niche to the generation…
By Francisco Silva - 4 min read
Film review: The Quiet Girl
In rural 1980s Ireland, an introverted young girl is sent away from her dysfunctional family for the summer. Concealed in the simplicity of the plot…
By Francisco Silva - 4 min read
Film review: 3000 Years of Longing and Both Sides of the Blade
George Miller returns with an impassionate tribute to the power of story telling, while Claire Denis continues her fruitful collaboration with Juliette Binoche.
By Francisco Silva - 5 min read
Film review: Blaze and Beast
Two releases this week: Australian artist, and two-time Archibald winner, Del Kathryn Barton turns filmmaker in a unique coming-of-age story set in Sydney; while Idris…
By Francisco Silva - 5 min read
Film review: Girl at the Window
Radha Mitchell and Ella Newton headline this Australian thriller that, for better or worse, mimics the “schlocky” style of 90s direct-to-VHS charm. Unfortunately, it takes…
By Francisco Silva - 5 min read
Film review: Nope
After unpacking the trauma of systemic racism and gentrification, Jordan Peele sets his sights on our destructive relationship with entertainment. While masterfully directed, as a…
By Francisco Silva - 5 min read
Film review: Juniper (with ticket giveaway)
An experienced performance by Charlotte Rampling carries this uncomplicated New Zealand drama about growing up and growing old.
By Francisco Silva - 4 min read
Film review: The Forgiven
Ralph Fiennes and Jessica Chastain star in this bleak noir Morocco-set drama about rich white privilege in third-world countries. Despite sharp writing and intense performances,…
By Francisco Silva - 4 min read