Film Opinion
Opinion pieces from our film writers looking at key debates and discussions around films, directors, actors, and cinematic trends. Here you can also find insight to stay current with coverage of booming film festivals.
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Sharks In The Open Water
Throughout filming sharks were fed tuna so that the lead actors wouldn't be attacked. Luckily, it worked. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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Too Soon, They Cry
One can never quite shake the feeling that Hollywood is just filling its coffers too soon after the disaster. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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Laura Linney Spotlight
Her success was a long time in coming. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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Indie Film of the Month - Right At Your Door
The budget excludes distractions of CGI grandstanding and a familiar face in the lead. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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Funny Films and Dumb Movies
Comedies for all levels of intelligence in September. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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A Gore-y Shocker
George W. Bush expressed doubt that he'd watch this documentary Read more »| 13 Sep 2006
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Rediscovered Classic - Odd Man Out
Not to be missed under any circumstances. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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Too soon, they cry.
One can never quite shake the feeling that Hollywood is filling its coffers too soon after the disaster. Read more »| 13 Sep 2006 -
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Wait... who did you say had a new film out?
Criticisms of style over substance have been directed towards Besson and Gilliam in the past. Read more »| 14 Aug 2006 -
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August at a Glance
August 7A Streetcar Named DesireBasic Instinct 2Will & Grace – Complete Series 8ITAugust 14RentScary Movie 4NYPD Blue – Season 4August 21Silent Hil... Read more »| 14 Aug 2006 -
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Doc Hollywood
Diagnosing the latest movie news: is the outlook rosey or wart-infected? Read more »| 15 Jul 2006 -
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Cult Movie Column - Restless Natives
This month, Scottish comedy with a political twist. Read more »| 15 Jul 2006 -
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Heroes Welcome
Two of cinema's favourite saviours are back to stake their claims on our hearts and minds, so it seems pertinent to ask: what kind of hero do we need? Read more »| 15 Jul 2006 -
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Indie Film Of The Month: Little Fish
What happens when your past threatens to drown you? Read more »| 15 Jul 2006 -
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International Rescue
With a predictable plot and no-name actors, 'District 13' should be a failure before it's begun. So why is it so damn good? Read more »| 15 Jul 2006