Alive (2020) Short Film Review
Jimmy Olsson writes and directs ‘Alive’ (2020), a short film about disability, friendship and dating, starring Eva Johansson, Madeleine Martin and Joel Ödmann. Review by Christopher Connor.
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) Review
While not as beloved as some of Wes Anderson’s biggest films, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou is still a unique and enjoyable entry into the filmmaker’s catalogue. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MoreBreathless (1960) Review
Director Jean-Luc Godard changed cinema forever with his debut feature film ‘Breathless’ (1960), and after 60 years it remains a must-watch for cineastes. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MoreThe Royal Tenenbaums (2001) Review
Wes Anderson’s third feature film ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’, starring Gene Hackman, Ben Stiller and Gwyneth Paltrow, ‘sits alongside the director’s very best’. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MoreRushmore (1998) Review
Rushmore (1998), the sophomore feature of director Wes Anderson, starring Jason Schwartzman and Bill Murray, remains important to the director’s filmography. Review by Christopher Connor.
Read MoreBottle Rocket (1996) Review
Owen Wilson is co-writer and star (alongside brother Luke Wilson) for Wes Anderson’s feature directorial debut ‘Bottle Rocket’ (1996), a film that shows hints of the director’s famously idiosyncratic authorial style. Review by Christopher Connor.
Read MoreThe American President (1995) Review
Rob Reiner directs a script from ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ filmmaker Aaron Sorkin in this rom-com turned political drama celebrating its 25th anniversary, ‘The American President’. Michael Douglas stars. Christopher Connor reviews.
Read MoreOn the Rocks (2020) Review
Sofia Coppola comedy-drama ‘On the Rocks’ (2020), available on Apple TV+ and starring Bill Murray and Rashida Jones, reviewed by Christopher Connor.
Read MoreYoung Frankenstein (1974) Review
Following hot on the heels of his smash hit ‘Blazing Saddles’, Mel Brooks sends up the horror genre with a spoof for the ages, ‘Young Frankenstein’ (1974). Retrospective film review by Christopher Connor.
Read MoreThe Untouchables (1987) Review
Brian De Palma’s impeccably acted prohibition Noir, ‘The Untouchables’ (1987) stands the test of time as an at times moving crime thriller. Christopher Connor reviews.
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December 11, 2023
2024 Golden Globe Awards – Film Nominees
The nominees for the 81st Golden Globe Awards have been announced,