A Film Festival And A Dance Battle

Found this great roundup of the recently concluded Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival (ttff). Great to see the films being appreciated, but even better to hear sound critical advice. Yes, our film-makers need to come from a more critical place, especially when making documentaries. We are presenting positive overviews right now, but I suspect as … Continue reading A Film Festival And A Dance Battle

You Haven’t Seen Snowpiercer Yet? Say It Ain’t So!

Because that movie rocks. It literally rocks. When did you last see a movie that uses horror to highlight social injustice in an entertaining and thoughtful way? South Korean and Australian cinema, particularly the thrillers and horrors, have become my new favourite source for good movies. When I saw the trailer for Snowpiercer I knew … Continue reading You Haven’t Seen Snowpiercer Yet? Say It Ain’t So!

A Public Service Announcement for Luc Besson

Dear Mr. Besson, I've been a fan since I first saw 'Fifth Element'. A huge fan. And as such, I think it's important that I share something with you. You know that tag line you've been endlessly selling your new film 'Lucy' with? The one about her being the first human to use more than … Continue reading A Public Service Announcement for Luc Besson

GoT OMG!!!

I mean, you could have knocked me over with a feather, I so didn't see THAT one coming. If you haven't been watching the new season of Game of Thrones, you really should walk away now. I mean, this season has been chock full of shocks. From Joffrey, to the realisation that Littlefinger is behind … Continue reading GoT OMG!!!

Ironman 3

There will be some spoilers. Seriously. Get out now. While you still can. The line for this movie was the longest I have ever seen at my local multiplex. I mean, it was outrageous. And the movie was still a half hour away when the line started bending on itself. Usually, there isn't a line … Continue reading Ironman 3