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05/03/2011

The Concert

Chagallian Fantasy

This film reminded me of the surreal Window to Paris. In The Concert, the fake Bolshoi orchestra consists of virtuoso...

05/03/2011

Inside Job

Explains Roots of Financial Crisis

Most people couldn't explain the specific details of the financial crisis and underlying causes of the global recession. The documentary...

05/03/2011

Tangled

Pure Escapism, Sweet and Fun

The abducted Princess and rakish rogue make a good team. Lots of action, witty banter and energetic music. Like the...

05/03/2011

The Ghost Writer

Clever Well Executed Twisty Thriller

My favourite from 2010 Film Festival. Impressive acting from three main leads including Ewan McGregor as the ghost writer and...

05/03/2011

Tamara Drewe

Comedy Born in Village Lies

Ostensibly a comedy set in a village retreat with a famous egocentric author, his slavishly devoted wife, a coterie of...

05/03/2011

The King's Speech

Quality Acting For A Quiet Film

This is a quiet understated film and story but the acting was convincing from the leads Colin Firth, Helena Bonham...

05/03/2011

Burlesque

Cream and Candy, Light and Fun

Not normally into musicals but this was light, fun entertainment. Cher captured attention with her first club song "Welcome to...

05/03/2011

True Grit

Arty Western Exudes Character and Charm

Never saw the John Wayne original (before my time) but enjoyed this Coen cover of a classic. The star in...

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