Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, the big screen incarnation of the sixth of the J K Rowling powerhouse series opened to loud, though perhaps not as pervasive as expected, fanfare last summer. It is a significant addition to the Harry Potter franchise that continues the tradition of dense and satisfying storytelling, quality acting, [Read More …]

Shutter Island is by far the best film to come out in the first quarter of 2010. It is a classic atmospheric film noir, beautifully shot, wonderfully directed, and perfectly acted that leaves the audience reeling. I know, film noir was a group of films from a particular gritty time after the Second World War [Read More …]

Avatar is finally here. The big budget busting latest creation for the big screen from director James Cameron. And once again the heralds sound and the heavens open and Cameron’s film earns more money than anyone has ever earned before. Of course it helps that seeing the film in 3D or IMAX will set you [Read More …]

District 9 was possibly the greatest cinematic surprise of 2009. Out of nowhere has come one of the best films of the year, and it’s a science fiction film. I don’t expect the film to get much love from the awards shows, but District 9 is one of the best 2 or three films of [Read More …]