Cannes, France – May 2019 – We had gathered at the front of the ‘Last Minute’ queue that lined the red carpet leading into the grand Palais theatre, a queue considered to be the lowest […]
analysis and admiration of the film industry, with a marketing twist
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Framing John Delorean: Tribeca
‘Framing John Delorean’ tries its best to break boundaries, but ends conforming to the conventional. The vox pops of industry has-beens throwing in their ten cents to propel the narrative forward is just too familiar, […]
Once Upon a Time in..Cannes: Parasite
Historically, the first week of the Cannes Film Festival draws the most attention, but the 72nd Edition this year proved that the second week was the standout semaine. With Tarantino in town alongside his dazzling […]
TRIBECA 2019: ‘Reality Bites’ still lands 25 years on
Winona Ryder’s eyes and facial features still flicker erratically from side to side like a pinball machine. Ethan Hawke’s mop is still slicked back and he sits, irreverent and intriguing as always on stage. Ben […]
TRIBECA 2019: ‘Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile’
‘Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile,’ another exploitative true crime drama this time follows Ted Bundy through the eyes of his long term girlfriend Liz – allegedly anyway. Joe Berlinger’s intention was to ‘turn the […]
All About Character: 20 Years of The Sopranos
A few years ago, I sat in the audience at an event where master visionary, Martin Scorsese was the guest of honour. This gentle soul, who heralded from the New York borough of Queens, touched […]
Mellow Marketing: Tarantino’s Latest Teaser for ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’
Tarantino teases his audience with the latest mellow marketing materials for his ninth film.
