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Film Review: The Whale (2022)
Brendan Fraser's Oscar-winning performance is one of the many strengths of Darren Aronofsky's masterpiece. This film has heart and hope.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: The Power of the Dog (2021)
12 years after The Piano, Jane Campion returns with a powerful adaptation of the novel, perfectly cast and flawlessly delivered.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: John Wick - Chapter 4 (2023)
Keanu Reeves and director Chad Stahelski take action to near perfection in the (supposedly) final instalment of John Wick.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: The Banshees of Inisherin
This original gem written and directed by Martin McDonagh (In Bruges) deals with loneliness and friendship on a beautiful Irish isle.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 9, 20231 min read
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Film Review: Triangle of Sadness (2022)
A perfectly shaped satire, Ruben Ostlund takes on fashion and social norms with dark humour and gut-punching critique.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 7, 20232 min read
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Film Review: All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)
The latest take on the famous book by Erich Maria Remarque has garnered 4 Oscars in 2022, including Best International Film.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 7, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Tar (2022)
16 years after Little Children, Todd Field returns with this searing analysis of a genius at the top of his game.

Alex Kelaru
Oct 7, 20232 min read
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5 TV Series that deserve the 'hidden gem' status in 2023
These 5 TV series are confidently 'flying under the radar', so catch them now before they disappear altogether

Alex Kelaru
Sep 30, 20234 min read
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Film Review: White Noise (2022)
This quirky dark-comedy takes the absurd elements of Covid-times and wraps them nicely with a top-notch cast and subtle themes.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 17, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Women Talking (2022)
Sarah Polley's play-like approach to the popular novel elicits great performances from the cast.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 17, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Elvis (2022)
An extravagant auteur himself, Baz Luhrmann brings Elvis's early years to life, delivered by career-defining performance from Austin Butler

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Nope (2022)
Jordan Peele's alien invasion thriller adds to his collection of trademark social commentary pieces anchored by great performances.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Drive My Car (2021)
This slow-paced but rewarding drama helmed by Hamaguchi in top form takes you on a journey of discovery, redemption and grief.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20231 min read
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Film Review: Air (2023)
Similar to Argo, Ben Affleck's Air manages to infuse a well-known story with tension, humour and joy, aided by an all-star cast.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Shoplifters (2018)
This emotional rollercoaster explores the meaning of family in an honest, uplifting way. 2018 Palme D'Or winner.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Corsage (2022)
In a career-defining role, Vicky Krieps impersonates the aging Empress Elisabeth of Austria in this stylish and relevant approach.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Phantom Thread (2017)
A slow-paced but brilliant period drama by Paul Thomas Anderson featuring Daniel Day-Lewis in his last role.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 15, 20231 min read
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Film Review: Aftersun (2022)
A heartbreaking portrayal of the joys and heartache of parenthood and childhood, expertly directed by debutant Charlotte Wells

Alex Kelaru
Sep 14, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Licorice Pizza (2021)
Memorable 1970's coming of age story directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.

Alex Kelaru
Sep 14, 20232 min read
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Film Review: Glass Onion - A Knives Out Mystery (2022)
Fun follow up of Knives Out, this time the location is more exotic, the stakes are higher and the characters are outrageous

Alex Kelaru
Sep 10, 20232 min read
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