Watched Bone Tomahawk last night. Good film but absolutely brutal at times. One death scene in particular is going to stay with me for a while. Good characters v well acted, not for the lighthearted.
Saw 'Ghost Stories last night - British horror flick based on the theatre production. A very British take on horror which was very atmospheric. Enjoyable but a bit disjointed in its narrative. Paul Whitehouse is excellent. 7.5/10
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
You sound an open minded sort of chap.
No when it comes to Wes Anderson.
Why is your dislike of him so strong? His latest film is genuinely an interesting piece of animation even if you don't like him.
What directors/recent films do you like as a matter of interest?
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
You sound an open minded sort of chap.
No when it comes to Wes Anderson.
Why is your dislike of him so strong? His latest film is genuinely an interesting piece of animation even if you don't like him.
What directors/recent films do you like as a matter of interest?
I’m not beds but his films tend to be hipster porn and style over substance. The actual stories in his films are quite uninteresting usually. Grand Budapest hotel is the exception as I really enjoyed that.
Anyone seen the latest trailer for Solo: A Star Wars story?
I am biased as I will watch anything Star Wars wise but after loving the last spin off in Rogue One, and seeing this trailer, I am certainly looking forward to it.
Did anyone see "A Quiet Place"? Getting epic reviews.
Saw it Sunday, very good film. Wouldn't say it's that much of a horror as such. There's a few jumps, but it's more non-stop tension that horror per se. Great performances from all involved, and it was brave to make a film with so little dialogue. Definitely worth a watch, don't buy snacks if you're a loud eater, everybody in the cinema will hate you lol
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
You sound an open minded sort of chap.
No when it comes to Wes Anderson.
Why is your dislike of him so strong? His latest film is genuinely an interesting piece of animation even if you don't like him.
What directors/recent films do you like as a matter of interest?
I’m not beds but his films tend to be hipster porn and style over substance. The actual stories in his films are quite uninteresting usually. Grand Budapest hotel is the exception as I really enjoyed that.
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
You sound an open minded sort of chap.
No when it comes to Wes Anderson.
Why is your dislike of him so strong? His latest film is genuinely an interesting piece of animation even if you don't like him.
What directors/recent films do you like as a matter of interest?
His films are too geometric for me ( especially Grand Budapest hotel). He relies far too much on making his films look chocolate box like and I find them visually assaulting . I also don't get his humour. It's a shame because some of the actors he gets to star his films are some of my favourites. Gene Hackman ,Bill Murray , Ralph Fiennes , Willem Dafoe etc.. I just hate like the films. I can't help how I feel. As for recent films I've seen , I have reviewed them all on this thread.
This is a story about a biologist , Lena , who's husband barely returns alive from a secret expedition. She then leads an anthropologist, a surveyor , a linguist , and a psychologist into a mysterious, expanding region called the Shimmer where evolution has taken a twisted turn. The all-female team must uncover the area’s monstrous secrets to save Lena’s husband and the world.
This is another Netflix original movie and another really good film from them . Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac star and you can see Netflix have not scrimped on the production. This looks absolutely fantastic ( especially in Ultra HD) and the special affects are top notch. This is a cross between Sci Fi and horror and has a really interesting concept. Without giving too much away , inside this Shimmer there are beings that don't just kill any humans that enter , they assimilate with them producing hybred beings. There is one scene with a bear that is really cleverly done. I really liked this. It crosses genres and rarely disappoints. What I also liked is that lot's of horror and Sci-Fi films don't know how to end . This certainly does.
This is a story about a biologist , Lena , who's husband barely returns alive from a secret expedition. She then leads an anthropologist, a surveyor , a linguist , and a psychologist into a mysterious, expanding region called the Shimmer where evolution has taken a twisted turn. The all-female team must uncover the area’s monstrous secrets to save Lena’s husband and the world.
This is another Netflix original movie and another really good film from them . Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac star and you can see Netflix have not scrimped on the production. This looks absolutely fantastic ( especially in Ultra HD) and the special affects are top notch. This is a cross between Sci Fi and horror and has a really interesting concept. Without giving too much away , inside this Shimmer there are beings that don't just kill any humans that enter , they assimilate with them producing hybred beings. There is one scene with a bear that is really cleverly done. I really liked this. It crosses genres and rarely disappoints. What I also liked is that lot's of horror and Sci-Fi films don't know how to end . This certainly does.
I found this a difficult watch mostly because the brilliant, subtle and otherworldly qualities of the 'Southern Reach Trilogy' books have been demolished by this film. I really recommend the books, that move through psychology, environmental science, subtle changes, Sci Fi, horror and cataclysm.
The film seemed to take just a few elements of the film, put in some romance, add some quite corny horror, find a simple predictable childlike ending disregarding the complexity of the novels.
It was originally on general release produced by paramount and then sold to netflix as it wasn't hitting the ratings. I don't get the 'Netflix origin movie' tag on it at all.
This is a story about a biologist , Lena , who's husband barely returns alive from a secret expedition. She then leads an anthropologist, a surveyor , a linguist , and a psychologist into a mysterious, expanding region called the Shimmer where evolution has taken a twisted turn. The all-female team must uncover the area’s monstrous secrets to save Lena’s husband and the world.
This is another Netflix original movie and another really good film from them . Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac star and you can see Netflix have not scrimped on the production. This looks absolutely fantastic ( especially in Ultra HD) and the special affects are top notch. This is a cross between Sci Fi and horror and has a really interesting concept. Without giving too much away , inside this Shimmer there are beings that don't just kill any humans that enter , they assimilate with them producing hybred beings. There is one scene with a bear that is really cleverly done. I really liked this. It crosses genres and rarely disappoints. What I also liked is that lot's of horror and Sci-Fi films don't know how to end . This certainly does.
I found this a difficult watch mostly because the brilliant, subtle and otherworldly qualities of the 'Southern Reach Trilogy' books have been demolished by this film. I really recommend the books, that move through psychology, environmental science, subtle changes, Sci Fi, horror and cataclysm.
The film seemed to take just a few elements of the film, put in some romance, add some quite corny horror, find a simple predictable childlike ending disregarding the complexity of the novels.
It was originally on general release produced by paramount and then sold to netflix as it wasn't hitting the ratings. I don't get the 'Netflix origin movie' tag on it at all.
I didn't realise this came from a book. Very rarely do films live up to books or what perception you have in your head after reading them. It's incredibly hard to transfer a book ( or three books) to celluloid and make it as good . I will have to try to get hold of them.
Isle of Dogs If you like animation you have to see this film from Wes Anderson. A story about dogs being banished to an island following an outbreak of illness - themes of fake news, deceit and battling against adversity. Superb animation and excellent script. Loved it. 9.5/10
Did you think it a kids film though? It is a very clever film no doubt but the children in the cinema seemed a bit baffled by it.
No it's not a kids film. The trouble with animation is people immediately think its for kids - the film itself is very dark in places and the theme of the film is complex.
I have no idea how the film has been promoted or what audience it was aimed at. It's certainly not like Disney.
Some animation is very adult and kids would certainly struggle with it.
Thanks for posting. My grand daughter (8) wanted to see Isle of Dogs but chose Peter Rabbit instead. We both enjoyed Peter Rabbit (7/10- good mixture of action and some laughs) but we'll give IoD a miss.
Some kids might like it but I can imagine a lot of youngsters just wouldn't get it. Not really something I'd recommend if you're expecting something Disney.
I would be curious to hear the reaction of any younger children who've seen it as to what they made of it.
I saw it last week and the other parents with kids all filed out very quietly looking a bit bewildered*
*I did see it in Somerset though.
I was thinking of taking the kids to see this tomorrow but I’ve just seen it’s a Wes Anderson film and I despise his work. They are nauseatingly bad in my opinion and yet the critics drawl over his movies . “Emperors new clothes “ is the perfect description for the dross he makes.
You sound an open minded sort of chap.
No when it comes to Wes Anderson.
Why is your dislike of him so strong? His latest film is genuinely an interesting piece of animation even if you don't like him.
What directors/recent films do you like as a matter of interest?
His films are too geometric for me ( especially Grand Budapest hotel). He relies far too much on making his films look chocolate box like and I find them visually assaulting . I also don't get his humour. It's a shame because some of the actors he gets to star his films are some of my favourites. Gene Hackman ,Bill Murray , Ralph Fiennes , Willem Dafoe etc.. I just hate like the films. I can't help how I feel. As for recent films I've seen , I have reviewed them all on this thread.
I thought Grand Budapest Hotel was okay and I liked the animated Fantastic Mr Fox. Isle of Dogs is I think a brilliant piece of animation but if you don't like his style it might be hard for you to watch. Once you take a dislike to an actor or director it's hard to undo - I find it hard to watch anything with Tom Cruise or Owen Wilson in.
Sort of off topic, but does anyone else make the same mistake watch a film thinking this could have potential. 10 mins in can tell the movie is going to be naff, but still watch it until the end. I have done this so many times, which afterwards i am always like well that was terrible.
Last nights was on demand ' double date' 3/10 - Supposed to be a thriller/comedy but it was probably one of the worst movies, bad plot, bad everything.
An engaging tale of three admirable young Palestinian women seeking to make their way and shape their own destinies in Tel Aviv, away from the immediate strictures of their families and communities, although the pressures of a traditional, intolerant and patriarchal society are never far away. The dilemma they face is whether or not to make their own lifestyle choices and to run the very real risk of being ostracised from their families and communities should they do so.
There are very strong performances from the three leads (and the cast generally) and Tel Aviv - together with the music and cinematography - provides an interesting and vibrant backcloth. The narrative is a little predictable in parts but that is a relatively minor quibble. The film is poignant, tough, uncompromising and, in parts, amusing.
It also earned Maysaloun Hamoud, the young, female, first -time director the first Palestinian fatwa in 70 years for her depictions of homosexuality, intoxication and drug use. I thought it was very good - 8/10
Sort of off topic, but does anyone else make the same mistake watch a film thinking this could have potential. 10 mins in can tell the movie is going to be naff, but still watch it until the end. I have done this so many times, which afterwards i am always like well that was terrible.
Last nights was on demand ' double date' 3/10 - Supposed to be a thriller/comedy but it was probably one of the worst movies, bad plot, bad everything.
It’s very rare that I don’t see a film through no matter how bad it is . I remember walking out of the cinema during two films. Drilbit Taylor ( ironically also with Owen Wilson ) and a film called Young Eisenstein which starred a terrible Australian comedian called Yahoo Serious.
This is a story about a biologist , Lena , who's husband barely returns alive from a secret expedition. She then leads an anthropologist, a surveyor , a linguist , and a psychologist into a mysterious, expanding region called the Shimmer where evolution has taken a twisted turn. The all-female team must uncover the area’s monstrous secrets to save Lena’s husband and the world.
This is another Netflix original movie and another really good film from them . Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac star and you can see Netflix have not scrimped on the production. This looks absolutely fantastic ( especially in Ultra HD) and the special affects are top notch. This is a cross between Sci Fi and horror and has a really interesting concept. Without giving too much away , inside this Shimmer there are beings that don't just kill any humans that enter , they assimilate with them producing hybred beings. There is one scene with a bear that is really cleverly done. I really liked this. It crosses genres and rarely disappoints. What I also liked is that lot's of horror and Sci-Fi films don't know how to end . This certainly does.
I found this a difficult watch mostly because the brilliant, subtle and otherworldly qualities of the 'Southern Reach Trilogy' books have been demolished by this film. I really recommend the books, that move through psychology, environmental science, subtle changes, Sci Fi, horror and cataclysm.
The film seemed to take just a few elements of the film, put in some romance, add some quite corny horror, find a simple predictable childlike ending disregarding the complexity of the novels.
It was originally on general release produced by paramount and then sold to netflix as it wasn't hitting the ratings. I don't get the 'Netflix origin movie' tag on it at all.
I did wonder if this would be any good as I have friends who've read the books and thought the film was a very thin effort in comparison. I hadn't read the books but thought it was OK. I can see why Paramount chickened out and sold it to Netflix instead. It was all a bit too mild. Not scary enough, not clever enough and the alien was not weird or disturbing enough.
This is a story about a biologist , Lena , who's husband barely returns alive from a secret expedition. She then leads an anthropologist, a surveyor , a linguist , and a psychologist into a mysterious, expanding region called the Shimmer where evolution has taken a twisted turn. The all-female team must uncover the area’s monstrous secrets to save Lena’s husband and the world.
This is another Netflix original movie and another really good film from them . Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac star and you can see Netflix have not scrimped on the production. This looks absolutely fantastic ( especially in Ultra HD) and the special affects are top notch. This is a cross between Sci Fi and horror and has a really interesting concept. Without giving too much away , inside this Shimmer there are beings that don't just kill any humans that enter , they assimilate with them producing hybred beings. There is one scene with a bear that is really cleverly done. I really liked this. It crosses genres and rarely disappoints. What I also liked is that lot's of horror and Sci-Fi films don't know how to end . This certainly does.
Did anyone see "A Quiet Place"? Getting epic reviews.
Saw it Sunday, very good film. Wouldn't say it's that much of a horror as such. There's a few jumps, but it's more non-stop tension that horror per se. Great performances from all involved, and it was brave to make a film with so little dialogue. Definitely worth a watch, don't buy snacks if you're a loud eater, everybody in the cinema will hate you lol
agree with it not being a horror, you knew every time a 'scary' bit was coming up
that didn't stop it from being a brilliant film though, completely different from anything I've seen before and really well executed
Comments
7.5/10
Ready player One a bit formulaic in places but good cinema candy, definitely worth a watch (8)
What directors/recent films do you like as a matter of interest?
I am biased as I will watch anything Star Wars wise but after loving the last spin off in Rogue One, and seeing this trailer, I am certainly looking forward to it.
As for recent films I've seen , I have reviewed them all on this thread.
Annihilation
This is a story about a biologist , Lena , who's husband barely returns alive from a secret expedition. She then leads an anthropologist, a surveyor , a linguist , and a psychologist into a mysterious, expanding region called the Shimmer where evolution has taken a twisted turn. The all-female team must uncover the area’s monstrous secrets to save Lena’s husband and the world.
This is another Netflix original movie and another really good film from them . Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac star and you can see Netflix have not scrimped on the production. This looks absolutely fantastic ( especially in Ultra HD) and the special affects are top notch. This is a cross between Sci Fi and horror and has a really interesting concept. Without giving too much away , inside this Shimmer there are beings that don't just kill any humans that enter , they assimilate with them producing hybred beings. There is one scene with a bear that is really cleverly done.
I really liked this. It crosses genres and rarely disappoints.
What I also liked is that lot's of horror and Sci-Fi films don't know how to end . This certainly does.
8 out of 10
It’s up there with the likes of Dude where’s my car and Get Carter (remake) in that respect.
The film seemed to take just a few elements of the film, put in some romance, add some quite corny horror, find a simple predictable childlike ending disregarding the complexity of the novels.
It was originally on general release produced by paramount and then sold to netflix as it wasn't hitting the ratings. I don't get the 'Netflix origin movie' tag on it at all.
Last nights was on demand ' double date' 3/10 - Supposed to be a thriller/comedy but it was probably one of the worst movies, bad plot, bad everything.
An engaging tale of three admirable young Palestinian women seeking to make their way and shape their own destinies in Tel Aviv, away from the immediate strictures of their families and communities, although the pressures of a traditional, intolerant and patriarchal society are never far away. The dilemma they face is whether or not to make their own lifestyle choices and to run the very real risk of being ostracised from their families and communities should they do so.
There are very strong performances from the three leads (and the cast generally) and Tel Aviv - together with the music and cinematography - provides an interesting and vibrant backcloth. The narrative is a little predictable in parts but that is a relatively minor quibble. The film is poignant, tough, uncompromising and, in parts, amusing.
It also earned Maysaloun Hamoud, the young, female, first -time director the first Palestinian fatwa in 70 years for her depictions of homosexuality, intoxication and drug use. I thought it was very good - 8/10
I remember walking out of the cinema during two films. Drilbit Taylor ( ironically also with Owen Wilson ) and a film called Young Eisenstein which starred a terrible Australian comedian called Yahoo Serious.
I did wonder if this would be any good as I have friends who've read the books and thought the film was a very thin effort in comparison. I hadn't read the books but thought it was OK. I can see why Paramount chickened out and sold it to Netflix instead. It was all a bit too mild. Not scary enough, not clever enough and the alien was not weird or disturbing enough.
My missus must hate me
that didn't stop it from being a brilliant film though, completely different from anything I've seen before and really well executed