This week’s the big one! The Double-biller, so grab your hats and strap in for the ride. Join Jordan, Ian and Noel as they start the show off this week which a smaller what we’ve been watching segment which includes Snatch, Take This Waltz and Holy Motors. They look at the trailer for Louis Leterrier’s new magican thriller, Now You See Me. And all this before the double review. First… Read More »
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35mm Heroes Podcast Ep#141: Argo Review
One week has passed and I know you’ve missed your fix of 35mm Heroes, but don’t worry the jolly three are here once again. Join Jordan, Ian and Noel as they begin the episode by telling you what they’ve been watching this week, which includes Citadel, Hell is a City, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia, Matrix Reloaded and Revolutions, Trekkis and Beasts of the Southern Wild. The Trailer Talk… Read More »
35mm Heroes Podcast Ep#140: Silent Hill – Revelation 3D Review
35mm Heroes returns! This time with bright shiny bells on. So, join Jordan, Ian and Noel as they start off by telling you what they’ve been watching over the last week, which includes Rust & Bone, Big, Room 237 House, House II, The Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal, Gimme Shelter and Paths of Glory. The trailer talk this week is for the last feature film of Steven Soderbergh before he… Read More »
The Optimistic Approach, Can Disney Give Star Wars Back its Wonder?
A new Star Wars trilogy is announced. The internet melts. As the dust settles and our collective nerd minds re-gather after exploding all over our computer monitors, I think it’s worth the time to look into what, I believe, is a great moment for all Star Wars fans. Think about it, we get all the greatness of Star Wars without the limited talents of Mr Lucas. Of course, this is… Read More »
DVD Review: King of Devil’s Island
Out to buy now on DVD, Blu-ray and VoD, Marius Holst’s steely and shocking Norwegian period drama, King of Devil’s Island, manages gets its nails beneath your skin but unfortunately doesn’t have the grasp to keep hold. Set at the beginning of the 20th Century, 17-year-old Erling (Benjamin Helstad) is sent to the boy’s school on the island of Bastoy. In freezing winter conditions, he, and the rest of the… Read More »
35mm Heroes Podcast Ep#139: Skyfall Review
Less than a week since they last recorded, the 35mm Heroes show dedication to the cause and record early on a Saturday morning. Join Jordan, Ian and Noel as they let you know what’s been keeping them entertained, which includes The Tall Man, Burnt Offerings, The Girl and Killer Joe. The Trailer Talk is for the newly released red band teaser for Evil Dead. And all this before they head… Read More »
DVD Review: El Alma de las Moscas (The Soul of Flies)
Jonathan Cenzual Burley’s debut feature El Alma de las Moscas (made with a skeleton crew and on a budget under 1000 euros) became a festival favourite last year. But now, as it makes its way home video, should you take the time to check it out? Completely oblivious of the existence of the other, Brothers Miguel (Javier Saez) and Nero (Andrea Calabrese) are brought together by their recently deceased father…. Read More »
35mm Heroes Podcast Ep#138: Paranormal Activity 4 Review
After a couple of weeks away (and a lot of LFFing) the 35mm Heroes are back in full force. Join Jordan, Ian and Noel as they start the episode off by telling you what they’ve been watching, which includes Holy Motors, LOVE, Being Elmo, Ill Manors, What’s Up, Doc?, Gone and Cry of a Prostitute. The Trailer Talk this week is for the newly released Iron Man 3 trailer. All… Read More »
Review: Skyfall
50 years old. 23 films down. It’s pretty incredible that James Bond is still even relevant, so when I say that Skfyall – Academy Award winning Sam Mendes’ envisioning of the British icon – is the best yet, I do not say it lightly. This is, in my honest opinion, the best blockbuster of 2012. When MI6 comes under attack, James Bond (Daniel Craig) must return from obscurity to fight… Read More »
LFF 2012 Review: After Lucia
In Michel Franco’s sophomore effort, the excellent After Lucia, the young director highlights the importance of communication and the tragedy of silent suffering. After his wife dies Roberto (Hernan Mendoza), along with his teenage daughter Alejandra (Tessa Ia), move to Mexico City for a new beginning. Roberto, a chef, is getting ready for his new restaurant opening as he still struggles with the loss of his wife. Whereas Alejandra, after… Read More »
