Sat outside in the twilight, the mystical shapes of the spotlights allowing the haunting architecture to illuminate and allude. There is a chill in the air as the summer winds down, bringing the warming glow of the sun into a brisk breeze that freezes the bones of those unprepared. Gathered, nay, huddled in the open space of Somerset House, film fans delight with picnics, booze and good company. There are sleeping bags, cushions and more important, friends, all ready to take a bite out of Film 4’s Summer Screening and UK Première of New Zealand’s spoof What We Do In The Shadows. And the film does not disappoint.
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Sat outside in the twilight, the mystical shapes of the spotlights allowing the haunting architecture to illuminate and allude. There is a chill in the air as the summer winds down, bringing the warming glow of the sun into a brisk breeze that freezes the bones of those unprepared. Gathered, nay, huddled in the open space of Somerset House, film fans delight with picnics, booze and good company. There are sleeping bags, cushions and more important, friends, all ready to take a bite out of Film 4’s Summer Screening and UK Première of New Zealand’s spoof What We Do In The Shadows. And the film does not disappoint. by Matt Gammond Moviegoers have been spoiled for the last couple of years, we’ve had some enormous blockbusters and exquisite indie projects to sink our teeth into almost every month. But 2012 through to right now feels like an appetiser for next year. 2015 might just be the greatest year ever for movies, in terms of fan passion, critical acclaim and box office takings. 2014 still has a lot to give, but seeing as we’re fast approaching holiday season I thought I’d take a look at what lies in wait for us in 2015, pointing out what I’m looking forward to the most. It’s going to be quite a year. by Leah Stone Most of the popular children’s films produced in current times are made by either Disney/Pixar or Dreamworks. Because of this, we decided to compile a list of alternative children’s films that should be watched by all, as a welcomed break from more mainstream blockbusters. The list features foreign animation, films created by less-known production companies and films that have a completely different style to other animation films. by Matt Gammond For anybody like me who hit their rebellious teen years during the Noughties you’ve got to admit that the much-quoted ‘Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy’ played at least a small role in your adult development. Hell, I bet even Paul played its part. by Liam McMillen Akira Kurosawa and Sergio Leone are two of the most influential, yet different directors in cinematic history – but they met on a crossroads. That crossroads was Fistful of Dollars, Sergio Leone's Western that took the world by storm, that was said to be a copy of Kurosawa's Yojimbo. I decided to watch both back-to-back and have my say on the matter. |
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