Monday, June 4, 2018

SIFF Screenings Wed 30 MAY through Sun 4 JUN Highlights----------CHILDREN ACT, HAL, NAPLES IN VEILS, JINN, C'est'la vie!, and QUEERAMA

THE CHILDREN ACT--United Kingdom--based on a novel by Ian McEwan and featuring a wonderful turn by Emma Thompson--this is a regal courtroom drama what left me very moved.    GRADE----------A

HAL---USA--Excellent documentary about classic director/editor/writer Hal Ashby,  who was responsible for such great films as BOUND FOR GLORY, SHAMPOO,  THE LANDLORD, THE LAST DETAIL,  HAROLD AND MAUDE, and COMING HOME, among others.           GRADE---------A

NAPLES IN VEILS---Italy--Directed with his usual elegance, this mystery thriller by Ferzan Ozpetek suffers only by a strange and ambiguous ending, but it's a pleasure to watch.            GRADE------A-

JINN--USA--Mom becomes a Muslim and her teen daughter rebels, but this is an excellent family drama about relationships, religion, love and respect.        GRADE----------A-

QUEERAMA---Great Britain---Extended British film clip compilation crossed with unique music and dialogue showing the change and growth of gay lifestyles in Europe.  The most unique experience of SIFF, and a must for any cinema lover.                       GRADE---------A-

C'EST'LA VIE!---Elevated French fluff comedy that features some great characterizations and very funny scenes, as a group of caterers try to service a fancy wedding.           GRADE----------B+

NUMBER ONE--France--Woman is groomed to take over top CEO of top company, but faces many obstacles. It's dramatic but plays at times like a thriller.                GRADE----------B+

WHAT WILL PEOPLE SAY----Norway and others----Pakistani teen living in Norway has conflicts with her demanding, conservative parents, which greatly change her life.           GRADE-------B+


Following fine films all rated B-------CATWALK: TALES FROM THE CAT SHOW CIRCUIT,  DOUBTFUL,  POET and the BOY,  VIRUS TROPICAL,  1985,  LEMONADE,  and with a B- score are MOST DANGEROUS YEAR and THE KING.

Following films are C+-------CONSTRUCTION ALBERT and ELLEN

Following films are C-----NONA, CRIME OF MONSIEUR LANGE , WEBFEST AT SHORELINE and LOT'S OF KIDS A MONKEY and a CASTLE.

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