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Tag: Lesley Manville

  • Movie Review ~ Queer

    Movie Review ~ Queer

    QUEER Synopsis: In 1950s Mexico City, an ex-pat in his late forties leads a solitary life amidst a small American community. A young student’s arrival stirs the American into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone.Stars: Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey, Lesley Manville, Jason Schwartzman, Henrique Zaga, Omar ApolloDirector: Luca GuadagninoRated: RRunning Length: 135 minutes Review:

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  • Movie Review ~ Back to Black

    Movie Review ~ Back to Black

    Back to Black Synopsis: The life and music of Amy Winehouse, through the journey of adolescence to adulthood and the creation of one of the best-selling albums of our time.Stars: Marisa Abela, Jack O’Connell, Eddie Marsan, Lesley Manville, Juliet Cowan, Sam Buchanan, Harley Bird, Ansu Kavia, Therica Wilson-Read, Bronson WebbDirector: Sam Taylor-JohnsonRated: RRunning Length: 122

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  • The TIFF Report, Vol 3

    The TIFF Report, Vol 3

    Knox Goes Away Director: Michael KeatonCast: Michael Keaton, Al Pacino, Marcia Gay Harden, James Marsden, Suzy Nakamura, John Hoogenakker, Joanna Kulig, Ray McKinnon, Lela LorenSynopsis: When a contract killer is diagnosed with a fast-moving form of dementia, he is presented with the opportunity to redeem himself by saving the life of his estranged adult son.Thoughts:

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  • Movie Review ~ Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022)

    Movie Review ~ Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022)

    The Facts: Synopsis: A seemingly ordinary British housekeeper whose dream to own a couture Christian Dior gown takes her on an extraordinary adventure to Paris.Stars: Lesley Manville, Isabelle Huppert, Jason Isaacs, Anna Chancellor, Lambert Wilson, Alba Baptista, Lucas Bravo, Rose WilliamsDirector: Anthony FabianRated: PGRunning Length: 115 minutesTMMM Score: (9/10)Review: I’m a person that regrettably tends

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  • Movie Review ~ Let Him Go

    Movie Review ~ Let Him Go

    The Facts: Synopsis: Following the loss of their son, a retired sheriff and his wife leave their Montana ranch to rescue their young grandson from the clutches of a dangerous family living off the grid in the Dakotas. Stars: Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Lesley Manville, Will Brittain, Jeffrey Donovan, Kayli Carter, Booboo Stewart Director: Thomas

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  • Movie Review ~ Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

    The Facts: Synopsis: Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play. Stars: Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Ed Skrein, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Harris Dickinson, Sam Riley, Imelda Staunton, Juno Temple,

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  • The Silver Bullet ~ Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

    Synopsis: Explores the complex relationship between the horned fairy and the soon to be Queen as they form alliances and face new adversaries in their struggle to protect the moors and the magical creatures that reside within. Release Date: October 18, 2019 Thoughts: Though it was inspired by an undying classic and received a prestige

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  • Movie Review ~ Phantom Thread

    The Facts: Synopsis: Set in 1950’s London, Reynolds Woodcock is a renowned dressmaker whose fastidious life is disrupted by a young, strong-willed woman, Alma, who becomes his muse and lover. Stars: Daniel Day-Lewis, Lesley Manville, Vicky Krieps Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Rated: R Running Length: 130 minutes TMMM Score: (9.5/10) Review: I have to say,

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  • Movie Review ~ Mr. Turner

    The Facts: Synopsis: An exploration of the last quarter century of the great, if eccentric, British painter J.M.W. Turner’s life. Stars: Timothy Spall, Ruth Sheen, Martin Savage, Lesley Manville, Karl Johnson, Paul Jesson, Dorothy Atkinson,Marion Bailey, Sandy Foster, Amy Dawson, Richard Bremmer Director: Mike Leigh Rated: R Running Length: 150 minutes Trailer Review: Here TMMM Score: (5/10) Review: The more movies I see I

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  • The Silver Bullet ~ Mr. Turner

    Synopsis: An exploration of the last quarter century of the great, if eccentric, British painter J.M.W. Turner’s life. Release Date: December 19, 2014 Thoughts: I tend to forget how much I enjoy the work of writer/director Mike Leigh. A filmmaker interested in the unconventional life, he’s provided great roles for some of our most dependable

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