Wednesday, 12 June 2013
The Great Gatsby (US/AU, 2013)
It's a watchable film, but not as good as everyone says it is. Much preferred the underrated 1974 version with Robert Redford.
Thursday, 30 May 2013
The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)
A rather exasperating but extremely good-looking and artistic film, featuring a lithe, well-dusted pre-Berlin Bowie.
Sunday, 19 May 2013
All the King's Men (US, 1949)
The corrupt politician tale is nothing new, but done here in a manner that still seems fresh even today. Quite original in tone, well produced, and with strong performances all round.
Thursday, 16 May 2013
Beat the Devil (UK/US/IT, 1953)
Not a film noir, but rather a caper comedy of manners - seems John Houston was sending everyone up here.
Monday, 13 May 2013
The Big Knife (US, 1955)
A somewhat dated and overacted melodrama; the only hints of noir are some occasional camera angles.
Friday, 10 May 2013
Sunday, 5 May 2013
The Place Beyond the Pines (US, 2012)
Echoes of Drive here; when the action 'suite' ends however, a serious, lengthy rumination on law and order, justice and privilege begins.
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