IFC Films
Film Review: Corsage
‘Growing old gracefully’ is one of those gendered concepts which is usually applied differently to men and women in patriarchal societies. A man matures with age and is seen to gain wisdom as they reach their autumnal years. A woman, on the other hand, is often viewed as ‘past it’ and expected to simply quietly …
Film Review: Official Selection
According to some, there are two kinds of actors. There are the ones who dedicate their whole lives to studying the masters, tackling the most difficult works and only appear in worthy plays and productions. Then there are the pretty boys who become heartthrobs and leads, whose personas and image are often considered more important …
Film Review: Huda’s Salon
Living, working and raising a family in a disputed territory has countless dangers, not least the instability caused by a fluctuating political landscape. Peril awaits round every corner, and you’re never quite sure how your day will go. Even if you force any misgivings to the back of your mind and concentrate on living your …
Film Review: Catch the Fair One
Sports films would be pretty limited if they were solely about the competition itself. Sure, some just focus on the subject’s attempts to achieve their goal, but the best ones go deeper. Concentrate more on a personal struggle, whether that’s internal or with an outside influence. In Catch the Fair One, a former boxing champion …
Film Review: John and the Hole
As we grow older it seems only natural that we look back at our childhoods through rose-tinted glasses. A time when life was (probably) less complicated and (normally) without responsibilities. Our whole lives were ahead of us and (theoretically) anything was possible. However, for lots of kids, growing up is not a happy experience and …
Film Review: Werewolves Within
The history of modern cinema is littered with a trail of not good, bad, very bad and appalling computer game adaptations. Uwe Boll is the uncrowned king of the diabolical (Alone in the Dark being a personal ‘favourite’) but the likes of Silent Hill, Assassin’s Creed, Street Fighter, Resident Evil, Mortal Combat and Tomb Raider …
Film Review: MLK/FBI
Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most important, influential and pivotal social and political figures in America during the second half of the twentieth century. His central role in the civil rights movement and his untimely death are ingrained within the psyche of the country. His determination to protest peacefully and exact nonviolent …
Film Review: The Nest
Whilst she might have starred in a number of great TV shows, Carrie Coon remains one of the least recognisable great American actors. Coming late to the industry by way of the stage, the Ohioan has made a huge impression in just a short period of time. Most viewers will recognise her from roles in …