Tag Archives: film reviews

HOTEL SALVATION (2016) at EON

Posted on September 9, 2018 by

18 members present 15 stayed for the discussion The discussion was extremely interesting, nearly unanimous in praising the film. Only two people were very critical. One objected to the way the old man manipulated his son, the other was very … Continue reading →

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AQUARIUS (2016)

Posted on October 22, 2017 by

  A film that has probably one of the most fascinating, strong and magnetic female characters in cinema in recent years. Lucía Ros Serra Espinof At the age of 82 I have lived 53 years in our house. The tearoom, … Continue reading →

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MOTHER AND SON Gentleman’s Agreement (1947)

Posted on September 20, 2017 by

Gentleman’s Agreement (1947) I was very surprised when I read Bradshaw’s article a few months ago. https://www.theguardian.com/film/2017/feb/15/best-picture-oscar-winners-gentlemans-agreement-1947 This  film about anti-semitism is not considered as one of Kazan’s best work and Bradshaw’s choice has been criticised. This is not about … Continue reading →

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Ali: Fear Eats the Soul. An older woman’s view.

Posted on November 14, 2016 by

When I first saw Ali: Fear Eats the Soul, years ago I did not record my thoughts or the film group’s. I just remember that I had a strong feeling that Fassbinder explored ageing and ageism as well as racism … Continue reading →

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Me, Ageing and Films

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

It is the end of the year and I am entering my 79th year.   Time to stop and consider. ‘Archbishop of Canterbury criticises contempt and abuse of elderly people. Rowan Williams uses final Lords speech to warn of damaging … Continue reading →

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