If you are expecting to have your mind-blown by a groundbreaking film, Philomena is not for you. This is a very basic film that it typical British drama. However, it is a great film that has a touching story and wonderful performances by a pair of leads that are absolutely eclectic. True stories or, as…
Tag: biopic
Me and Orson Welles (2009)
Orson Welles was an odd fellow – one of the most ambitious filmmakers and genius performers ever to live. However, his life has been shrouded in reports of him being difficult or a diva, it doesn’t surprise me. I often wondered why a film didn’t actually explore this side of him. Then I discovered a…
12 Years a Slave (2013)
The measure of a great film is one that not only entertains but also allows a degree of discussion to happen between audiences about the messages of those films. One film that has caused a lot of discussion in the masterpiece 12 Years a Slave. While not in any way a perfect film, 12 Years…
Behind the Candelabra (2013)
I will admit it – I really admire Steven Soderbergh, but I was never his biggest fan (I just didn’t like him above any other director, although he had talent). However, I approached Behind the Candelabra with a wide-open mind. After all, seeing Michael Douglas playing the flamboyant Liberace would definitely be interesting. Not only…
The Postmodern Pelican 