Category: Film Review
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Fantastic Beasts: a magical experience corrupted by a puzzling plot
While there are many excellent aspects of the second ‘Fantastic Beasts’ film, they often become lost within an overly-complex plot line. A collaborative effort between director David Yates and now-screenwriter J.K. Rowling, the film seems to be a culmination of two creative voices…
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The Sinner Review: Biel stands out in latest Netflix original
The Sinner is about young mother Cora Tannetti (Jessica Biel), who one day on a family trip to the beach falls into a fit of rage and murders a seemingly innocent man right in front of her child. A group of men and…
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Barry Keoghan & Colin Farrell shine in psychological thriller
This film is certainly not for everyone, so if you’re not interested in psychological thrillers and dystopian films, choose Bad Moms 2 instead. The opening scene of Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest film, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, greets us with open-heart surgery. The…
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He Named Me Malala makes for fascinating viewing
“One child, one teacher, one pen and one book can change the world. Education is the only solution” The highly anticipated documentary, ‘He Named Me Malala’ has just opened in cinemas and it is most definitely worth the wait. Global children’s charity, Plan…
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Another Stunning Irish Film for 2015: Patrick’s Day
Terry McMahon has brought Irish audiences a stunning piece of work that continues to push the boundaries for Irish cinema. The piece comes after a hugely successful 2014 for Irish film with the likes of John Michael McDonagh’s dark comedy, Calvary, and Lenny…
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Le Cain and Rashidi’s universe: an invitation to experimental cinema
Large room, white walls and not more than three rows of chairs. As people arrive, they find a place to sit. At that moment, all you can hear is quiet voices and someone in the back preparing the projector for some short…
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The Leftovers – Season 1 Review
Damon Lindelof has done it again! Almost five years ago we said goodbye to hit series Lost, but now Lindelof is back with a new mystery that is bound to have people pulling their hair out looking for answers, meaning and intent all…
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A Most Violent Year Film Review
By Rachael Hussey With Oscar season in full swing, spending an evening at the cinema is an easy option. Our long winter continues and there is nothing like a warm box of popcorn and some dimmed lights to escape our surroundings. After seeing…
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American Sniper – a must see
Bradley cooper as Chris Kyle in American Sniper – photo by Sahil Khan Chris Kyle is an American Sniper dubbed by Iraqi insurgents as the ‘devil of Ramadi’; he earned this nickname by being the deadliest sniper in American history with at least…
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The Irish Way of Living and Dying: An interview with Aoife Kelleher
Aoife Kelleher’s debut feature-length documentary, One Million Dubliners, explores life at Glasnevin cemetery – the final resting place of some of Ireland’s greatest modern heroes. This wasn’t Aoife’s first time to explore the topic of death. Corrigan’s Funeral Home on Aungier Street was…
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