Posts tagged: Doubt

DVD Releases for the Week of April 7, 2009

In these times of supposed economic freefall, is it important for films to reflect or inform on the state of the capitalist market, or its outcome on the individual? The success of Kelly Reichardt’s Wendy and Lucy is proof that audiences want to see fictionalized accounts of the reality for some. For a broader picture, this week’s I.O.U.S.A. should explain some of the basic concepts, including how personal debt and living beyond one’s means has compounded the problem of greedy market pioneers. Read more »

categories DVD Previews | datetime April 7, 2009 | Comments Off

Mastery of Theme, Not Form

Review: Doubt (2008)
Doubt, like its ending, is likely to leave audiences split. Its many strong points are weighed down by minor contrivances. It is a film heavy on plot and character – only natural given its stage roots – that fails to take full advantage of its new medium in terms of subtlety and cinematography. Its strengths lie in the very elements that made the play a success, making its inability to strive beyond this a superfluous exercise rather than a necessary one. Read more »

categories Film Reviews, Screenings | datetime December 22, 2008 | Comments Off

Viewer’s Guide to the ‘09 Golden Globes

Festival season has come to an end for both Montreal and most of the rest of the world. Now all eyes turn to the slew of critic association lists and the upcoming film award ceremonies in the new year. Airing on the 11th of January, the Golden Globes is the first major ceremony of 2009. For filmgoers with more than a passing interest in the awards (more than just red carpet glitz), take an active part by making your own decisions on the nominees with this handy viewing guide to catch the majority of films in the next few weeks. Read more »

categories Screenings | datetime December 21, 2008 | Comments Off

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