Amanda Jane Robinson

Its portrayal of working class struggle is resonant.

Andrew Bujalski’s latest follows the staff of boob-oriented bar/restaurant Double Whammies

Amanda Jane Robinson on the NZIFF films directed by women.

Little Woods is a story of two women doing their best.

We also chat to new programmer, Gorjan Markovski.

A film for our times.

A stunning lead performance keeps the film a pleasant watch.

Excellent leads and Farhadi’s baseline quality make it a solid watch.

It’s a concept less interesting than the film’s initial trajectory.

If it weren’t for a few performances, it would be pretty forgettable.

Keira Knightley deploys some of her best emotional work.

It’s a long list.

Its Generation Z teenagers move between homework and activism with grace and strength.

Roberts offers a skillful performance of strength and cautious care.

Amanda Jane Robinson goes through the highs and lows.

Nothing new or outstanding, but it’s a nice watch.

When the film makes a narrative shift, its distinction is lost.

An incredible portrait of generosity and precarity.

The excellent lead performance and brilliant details win out.

A character study that doesn’t patronise its audience.

Playing Auckland’s Academy Cinemas Sept-Oct.