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Mandela’s long walk still inspires
Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom ★★★★ (Directed by Justin Chadwick) A true life-lesson in rising above oppression with a compassionate heart. Starring: Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Mark Elderkin, Robert Hobbs, Theo Landey and Grant Swanby Written by William Nicholson, based on the autobiography Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela. Biography, drama, true story. 2hr 27mins. M for violence and offensive language. […]
MoreThree Second Review: Filth
Filth (2013, Directed by Jon S. Baird) ★★★★ Based on the relentlessly grotty novel by Irving Welsh, Filth earns its title (and it’s R18 sticker) in every imaginable way. Following the unscrupulous fortunes and lascivious passions of rotten Edinburgh cop Bruce Robertson (James McAvoy), you’ll see things you cannot unsee. And possibly need a hot […]
MorePatriotic heroism belies brutal reality
Master of the art, Tom Hanks gives one of his finest performances as kidnap victim Richard Phillips in Captain Phillips. Starring Tom Hanks, Catherine Keener, Barkhad Abdi. Directed by Paul Greengrass Written by Billy Ray, based on the book A Captain’s Duty: Somali Pirates, Navy SEALS, and Dangerous Days at Sea by Richard Phillips Drama, […]
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