Lukas Moodysson takes us on a bleak and brutal journey about the harsh realities of human trafficking and forced prostitution facing many young women desperate to escape the former USSR. A powerful and moving film.
4 stars
14 May 2008
Lilja 4-ever (2002) aka "Lilya 4-ever"
12 May 2008
11 May 2008
Child's Play (1988)
A pint-sized angry red head terrorises a local community.. No I'm not talking about Gary Megon's tenure as Nottingham Forest manager, but 80s horror icon Chucky in this so-so horror pic.
2.5 stars
Back to the Future (1985)
The Eighties seem to be making a bit of a comeback right now with the new Indiana Jones film about to be released, a Ghostbusters videogame coming soon, Thundercats being revived for a movie and even talk of a Goonies sequel.. But will they stand-up to the originals? I doubt it and lets hope the timeless classic Back to the Future is one they leave well alone.
4 stars
10 May 2008
Ne le dis à personne (2006) aka "Tell No One"
A tense and exciting thriller from Guillaume "The Beach" Canet. The frantic pace holds your attention and the twisting plot line together nicely until the films climatic ending. Très bon.
4 stars
7 May 2008
In the Shadow of the Moon (2007)
Fascinating recollection of the various Apollo spaceflight missions to the Moon and Arizona desert during the 1960s and 1970s. Focusing on the astronauts themselves, this documentary manages to avoid being cheesy (unlike this review) and leaves you marveling at the extent of mankind's giant leap.
4.5 stars
Se, jie (2007) aka "Lust, Caution"
If extremely naked Chinese sex makes you feel uncomfortable (yes Emily Tang [sic], I do mean you..) then Ang Lee's story driven thriller may not be your cup of green tea. However, you will be missing out on a rich, beautiful and satisfying film, despite the fact it is subtitled. *winkyface*
4 stars
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