Locke (2013)
Steven Knight
Ivan Locke, a dedicated family man and successful construction manager, receives a phone call on the eve of the biggest challenge of his career that sets in motion a series of events that threaten his careful cultivated existence. Great film
Noah Darren Aronofsky
Imax screen, 138 min of 'The Creator'. Thought I'd know what to expect. First 10 mins was awful, the next 40 improved and kept my interested in a 'mooth and bright light' way, the last hour, I was more interested in the fluff on my seat. No-ah wished I went to see something else.
Snowpiercer (2013)
I've seen both 'Mother' and 'Host' and was eager to catch Joon-ho Bongs latest staring Tilda Swinton.
A class war style plot on a post apocalyptic train sounds like a good place to start.
Tilda Swinton commanded the greatest presence as per, amazing accent (and teeth).
Film left me thinking more could have been got from it. Not his best.
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
Missed it at the cinema so waited for the blu-ray, would have started it over and watched it again if it wasn't so late. Love it.
Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2014)
Decided to watch this on the tablet whilst staying in a hotel. All as expected and can't fault it for it, why change a winning formula!
After getting through 'True detective' I looked to 'Out of the Furnace' for an extra dose of Woody Harrleson. Playing Harlen Degroat, a character that could easily have been placed
in the coastal plains of South Louisiana but in this setting was the key antagonist to a burly Christian Bale. I enjoyed the feel and flow of the story but found it hard to be completely sold on Christian Bales character, Russel Baze. Weather it was the unconvincing improvisational conversations between brothers, or that the character seemed a tad cliche, it detracted from the impact of the film
Always wanted to read the book due to so many a recommendations, ended up watching the film which was released this year. I always enjoy seeing Geoffrey Rush in a film, unfortunately this was not one of his finest. A story that tackles such dramatic topics but weak in delivery.
Nick Whitfield
Watched this by chance after it was for referenced along side 'The Selfish Giant' as an acclaimed British film, both directors being nominated for 'Outstanding Debut by a British Director' at the BAFTAS. The film and its director Nick Whitfield originate from the peak district, Derbyshire, just a stones throw from home. Had the feeling I'd heard of the film previously but missed it.
Watched this by chance after it was for referenced along side 'The Selfish Giant' as an acclaimed British film, both directors being nominated for 'Outstanding Debut by a British Director' at the BAFTAS. The film and its director Nick Whitfield originate from the peak district, Derbyshire, just a stones throw from home. Had the feeling I'd heard of the film previously but missed it.
Glad it's name was mentioned again as it's defiantly worth the 90mins.
Without any prior knowledge as to the plot, I was unsure what to expect.
Bennett (Andrew Buckley) and Simon (Will Adamsdale) trudge the derbyshire peaks enticing skeletons out of cupboards from equally unusual clients.
The story is clever whilst also having a charmed, nonsensical dry wit.
So far my favorite comedy of 2014
Without any prior knowledge as to the plot, I was unsure what to expect.
Bennett (Andrew Buckley) and Simon (Will Adamsdale) trudge the derbyshire peaks enticing skeletons out of cupboards from equally unusual clients.
The story is clever whilst also having a charmed, nonsensical dry wit.
So far my favorite comedy of 2014
