London photo: teasing beer
I’m not sure if this is cruel or funny.
Month: March 2015
The Face of an Angel movie review: fiction is stronger than truth
A contemplative film pondering the nature of the difference between reality and fiction, one with resonance beyond the true-crime story it’s kinda sorta about.
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water movie review: Bikini Hero 6
Absurdity abounds in this odyssey of groan-worthy punning, new ways of defying cartoon physics, epic food fights, trippy time-travel, and superhero sendups.
Dior and I documentary review: haute couture undressed
A completely fascinating peek inside a legendary fashion house where the demands of business and art clash in interesting ways.
Robot Overlords movie review: keep calm and kill robots
So much to love in this Brit kiddie sci-fi adventure, with its brilliant concept that really works on a small budget and a real sense of place.
London photo: swanky bar
At Soho Hotel, which is a bit of a celebrity hangout. It also has a couple of screening rooms, which is my excuse to go there.
Seventh Son movie review: witches be crazy
Like Monty Python without the comedy, or at least without the intentional comedy. Jeff Bridges’ saving throw against the Phoning It In curse fails!
Get Hard movie review: go directly to jail
All the comedic and visual elan of an amateur YouTube fratboy prank, including nonstop rape jokes and rampant homophobia. Are you laughing yet?
London photo: pigeon hangout
In Russell Square.
Where Are the Women? Wild Tales (Relatos salvajes)
In this anthology of six short films, only two feature distinct female protagonists… though one does confront and confound some clichés. [This post is not behind the paywall.]
