In a thrilling WWII story inspired by actual events, Captain Ernest Krause leads an international convoy of 37 ships on a treacherous mission across the Atlantic to deliver thousands of soldiers and much-needed supplies to Allied forces. There’s a moment in Greyhound – just after an oil tanker has exploded and the initial flame burst… Greyhound Read More
The Code (Short Film) Short Film 4 stars
*** Read my interview with director of The Code, Patrick Ryder *** Three British soldiers, one horribly injured, come across a wounded German, still attached to the silk parachute which is splayed out across a tree trunk lying on the forest floor. The German he utters remains mostly un-translated. He can speak English though, and… The Code (Short Film) Read More
Churchill 3 stars
I’m always slightly wary of portrayals of Winston Churchill as they usually result in me finding out I’ve been misquoting him all these years. But though Churchill isn’t a great film, it’s worth seeing purely for Brian Cox’s extraordinary and powerful portrayal of Winston. Arrogant and egotistical, here he’s a man who arouses both exasperation and sympathy – something that could also be… Churchill Read More
Their Finest 1 minute video review Includes Video 4.5 stars
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Zookeeper’s Wife – 1 Minute Video Review Includes Video 3.5 stars
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Allied 4 stars
We’re in Casablanca in French Morocco and everyone is getting ready for the ambassador’s party. And it does seem like a lot of effort just for some vol-au-vents and a tray of Ferrero Rocher. Maybe there’s not much going on entertainment-wise in French Morocco, there is, after all, a war on. It’s 1942 and Max Vatan… Allied Read More