ph: Yelena Yemchuk
Saturday, August 11, 2018
In the Heart of the Sea (2015)
A recounting of a New England whaling ship's sinking by a giant whale in 1820, an experience that later inspired the great novel Moby-Dick.
Old-fashioned seafaring adventure delivers all the goods of such a tale, but not too much more.
Friday, August 10, 2018
Busanhaeng (2016)
While a zombie virus breaks out in South Korea, passengers struggle to survive on the train from Seoul to Busan.
Unusual zombie apocalypse thriller successfully combines suspense and social commentary.
Thursday, August 9, 2018
First Lines: Len Deighton - Winter
Everyone saw the imperious man standing under the lamppost in Vienna's Ringstrasse, and yet no one looked directly at him.
Danny Collins (2015)
An aging rock star decides to change his life when he discovers a 40-year-old letter written to him by John Lennon.
Slightly entertaining, easygoing comedy-drama; for Al Pacino and Christopher Plummer obviously a piece of cake.
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
A Most Violent Year (2014)
In New York City 1981, an ambitious immigrant fights to protect his business and family during the most dangerous year in the city's history.
Stylish and unhurried period businees drama is worth a look just for watching Oscar Issac emulating Al Pacino's Michael Corleone in dress and conduct.
