Film Releases November
The Wind That Shakes the Barley
Set in Ireland, this film focuses on two brothers caught up in the bloody conflict so frequently misunderstood around the world. 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley' takes an unglamorous look at all sides of the troubles - no-one is pure, no-one is safe - a story and subject that the masterful Ken Loach was born to tackle with humility and care. This looks to be a film that will shake all our views of the troubles and raise many a thought around the world. Evidence that history should be studied more closely to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past.
(Nov 6)
CSA - The Confederate States of America
What if the South had won 'the War of Northern Aggression'? Kevin Willmott's mockumentary wonders what kind of world we would live in if the Confederacy had turned out victors in the American War Of Independence. Faux news reports and TV commercials are interspersed throughout the movie, and viewers will be shocked to learn that the products, with names like Coon Chicken franchises, Sambo motor oil, and Niggerhair cigarettes, actually existed. A biting satire that will make you ask yourself how far society has progressed and attitudes changed. Essential conscious viewing.
(Nov 13)
Cello
This complex Korean horror-thriller is perfect for late night viewing. It tells the story of a talented cellist who, after a car accident, is tormented by unexpected and chilling events. This is the debut feature written and directed by Woo-Cheol Lee. An impressive psychological horror, this isn't a film that relies on sfx and gore to provide the fear. As mainstream Hollywood churns out lame slasher-based horror flicks, we need to turn to Asia for the more memorable fright fests of recent years. 'Cello' is a perfect example.
(Nov 13)
Miami Vice
Michael Mann's reworking of his own 80s TV Show is a brooding stylish thriller with plenty of action, following Crocket (Farrell) and Tubbs'(Foxx) undercover investigation of drug smugglers. There's plenty here for Mann-fans, and though it may not have the suspense of 'Collateral' there are a wealth of realistic action sequences reminiscent of those in 'Heat'. It was rumored to be a troubled production, but nonetheless Michael Mann produces another beautifully shot crime thriller featuring impressive
performances from all involved. Oh, and the soundtrack is quite good too.
(Nov 27)
Renaissance
This excellent French science fiction film takes the look of 'Sin City' one step further. Set in the near future in a technology-driven dystopia, this is an astounding cinematic experience. The film was created using the same rotoscope technique recently used by Richard Linklater in 'A Scanner Darkly', but it has been tweaked to create a film as close to a graphic novel as possible. With Daniel Craig, Catherine McCormack, Ian Holm and Jonathon Pryce lending their vocal talents, this is a must see for sci-fi fans and comic-heads alike.
(Nov 27)