Reviews

  • my favourite season is awards

    I am so thrilled to be part of the Pandora International Film Critics Awards this year. ⭐ When Filmotomy reached out, I was obviously excited but as I started to compile my list I had a crisis of confidence, I hadn’t managed to catch all of the festival buzz films this year, international productions have

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  • Review: C U Next Tuesday (Eden Sandy)

    Ok, I am back again with my final review for the 10th edition of the Femme Filmmakers Festival over at Filmotomy. Last up is the hilarious C U Next Tuesday by Eden Sandy. See a preview of what I thought about below: God bless the NHS. It is an incredible institution. Powered by incredible people, which saves countless

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  • Review: 2k5 (Nicole Pott)

    Calling all Millennials! Next up is the nostalgic delight 2k5 by Nicole Pott that I had the pleasure of reviewing for the 10th edition of the Femme Filmmakers Festival over at Filmotomy. See a preview of what I thought below: School is rough. It’s full of hormones, uncertainty, bullying, and learning maths that you’ll definitely never need again.

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  • Review: Stronghold (Meghann Artes)

    Grab your tissues because first up of three short films I reviewed for the 10th edition of the Femme Filmmakers Festival over at Filmotomy is the devastating Stronghold by Meghann Artes. See a preview of what I thought below: What happens when a child has nowhere to go? Who is responsible for them when they must leave the

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  • Review: The Second Mother (Anna Muylaert)

    I was thrilled to be invited back for a second year to review several films for the 10th edition of the Femme Filmmakers Festival over at Filmotomy. First up, I reviewed a supplementary film to the festival, the magnificent Que Horas Ela Volta? (The Second Mother) by Anna Muylaert. It is a tale of what

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  • Review: Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025)

    I recently volunteered at Sci-Film London and part of the perks meant I was able to request tickets to see any of the films they were screening. I had my sights set on one in particular Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror – the new documentary from son of Rocky creator and OG RiffRaff,

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  • LFF 2024 Review: Four Mothers

    In Four Mothers, Darren and Colin Thornton reimagine the Italian film Mid-August Lunch, presenting a humorous tale about a struggling writer caring for his mother. The film delves into generational guilt, identity, aging, and complex relationships among queer men and their mothers, offering both laughs and emotional depth.

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  • LFF 2024 Review: The Cats of Gokogu Shrine

    Kazuhiro Soda’s documentary, The Cats of Gokogu Shrine, explores life in Ushimado, highlighting a diminishing cat community amid an aging population. Without predetermined narratives, Soda captures both the affection and conflict surrounding the cats, emphasizing their impact on tourism. The film reflects the community’s deep connection to land and tradition while revealing complexities in human-animal…

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  • LFF 2024 Review: Eat the Night

    Eat the Night explores family dynamics, love, and the impact of virtual worlds through siblings Apolline and Pablo, who rely on the game Darknoon. As Pablo navigates a dangerous drug trade and develops a romance with Night, he neglects Apolline, leading to her isolation. The film contrasts vibrant gameplay with a bleak reality, ultimately showcasing…

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  • LFF 2024 Review: Treading Water

    Gino Evans’ debut film Treading Water is an authentic portrayal of addiction and mental health, following recovering heroin addict Danny as he navigates life after prison in Manchester. With nuanced characters and a mix of humor and heartbreak, the film offers a hopeful perspective on recovery and connections amid overwhelming struggles.

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