Rebecca Davies, Correspondent (Film) 2012 and 2013 have been brilliant years for the film comedy genre, with long-awaited sequels such as the Hangover Part 3, Monsters University and Despicable Me 2, as well as new films such as Ted and the Dictator being released. This list provides you with a personal run-down of my top ten films. I admit that I have not seen all of the comedy films released during this period so you […]
Rebecca Davies, Correspondent (Film) James McAvoy’s latest cinematic offering is certainly different from his previous roles in films such as X-Men: First Class, Atonement and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Filth is Irvine Welsh’s latest novel to hit the screens. Directed by Jon Baird, it sets itself out to be a gritty and funny, yet cynical, commentary on the day-to-day stresses of a seemingly normal police detective. However, the film is darker and more […]
Vaiva Seskeviciute, Correspondent (Film) Letters to Sofija (2013) is a biography of Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis – Lithuanian genius of the 19th century. Since the premiere screening on August 30, 2013, the movie has been praised by critics for both well-developed plot and admirable acting. It was screened in Vilnius, London and Chicago and has already been nominated for national awards. The film is directed by British documentary producer Robert Mullan. While working in Kaunas as a […]
Lauren Perrett, Correspondent (Film) Jennifer Lawrence is one of Hollywood’s most promising young actors. Her first Oscar nomination came at the age of 20 for her role in the indie film Winter’s Bone and earlier this year, Lawrence won Best Actress for her role in David O Russell’s Silver Linings Playbook. Not bad for a 23 year old from Kentucky! The Hollywood Reporter claims that Lawrence will star in the Dumb and Dumber sequel, […]
Vicky Thorpe, Correspondent (Film) With the excitement of The Avengers movie dying down and DC Comic’s announcement of a Superman vs. Batman movie, it had all gone a little quiet in the Marvel Comics camp. But the Guardians of the Galaxy chatter has been quietly building momentum and with the recent confirmation of Bradley Cooper as the latest A-lister to join the cast of the upcoming superhero film, all eyes are firmly back […]
Cecile Boyer, Correspondent (Film) Insidious: Chapter 2 (releasing in North America and United Kingdom): If you enjoyed the first chapter of Insidious, take a look at the second film. Directed by James Wan, this horror film shows paranormal activity when Josh Lambert (Patrick Wilson) returns home. In this sequel, the Lambert family sets out to uncover the hidden secret of the mysterious supernatural connections. Find out the truth dangerous truth and watch the […]
Megan Evans, Correspondent (Film) Cate Blanchett decided to push the boundaries of fashion to its limit for the premiere screening of her new film Blue Jasmine. The star chose a trailing black, A-line Dior dress, patterned delicately with ornate circles. Blanchett’s taste for edgy fashion is something that has not gone unnoticed in the past; the Australian actress wore an interesting over-the-top, spider web dress at the film’s Paris premiere earlier this week. The […]
Yong Jo Leen, Correspondent (Film) Last month, the Locarno Film Festival saw top recognition for foreign language films. The Swiss-based film festival joins the ranks of the Cannes Film Festival. The Locarno Film Festival is held every August for eleven days. The Golden Leopard is hailed as the top award, while other awards are also given out to the deserving. Interestingly, films that triumphed were foreign language-based. The Golden Leopard was awarded to a […]
Cecile Boyer, Editor (Film) Riddick (releasing in Asia, Europe and North America): Here is the science fiction film of the week! This film, directed by David Twohy, tells the story of Riddick (Vin Diesel) who is left dead on a damaged planet has to face some terrible predators. He requires the help of two ships. One carries a new specie whilst the other brings someone that Riddick knows too well. Go have a look […]
Lauren Perrett, Correspondent (Film) Deadline have reported that NBC and Dick Clark Productions have approached Tina Fey and Amy Poehler to host the 2014 Golden Globes, which will take place on January 12th. ‘Twenty million viewers can’t be wrong. Following the warm critical reception and big ratings for Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s first hosting turn at the Golden Globes earlier this year, the comedy stars have been approached for a second go as […]
