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Milisuthando review – an intimate, nuanced cine-essay
M ilisuthando Bongela’s sprawling, self-titled documentary is divided into five distinct parts, each with a unique sense of direction. Formally, th…
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The unending labour of Amos Gitaï’s House
I n 1980, Amos Gitaï was commissioned by Israeli television to produce a documentary about a house in West Jerusalem, telling the story of its inha…
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How to create a fictional pop superstar
T he crackle and hum of a dormant amp awaiting noise. The dimming of the lights, faint outlines of figures on stage. The collective held breath of …
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Smile 2 review – this is going to ruin the tour
T he problem with horror sequels is that they inevitably require some hefty ante-upping. This can be tricky when you’ve already announced yourself …
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The gravitas of Ving Rhames
T he thing with Ving Rhames is the voice. It’s how we’re first introduced to him in Pulp Fiction, where Quentin Tarantino shoots him initially fro…
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Why Aishwarya Rai in Bride and Prejudice is the best Elizabeth Bennet
I t is a truth universally acknowledged that a Jane Austen fan, when asked to pick the best Pride & Prejudice, will choose either the 1995 BBC …
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The Wild Robot review – a moving ecological parable
T he filmography of animation director Chris Sanders is full of unlikely friendships between man and beast: Lilo & Stitch and How To Train Your…
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