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5 x 2 (15)
The title of François Ozons (Swimming Pool) latest
movie refers to the five chapters that detail the romance between
Marion (Valeria Bruni-Tedeschi) and Gilles (Stephane Freiss),
beginning with their divorce and then tracking back to scenes
from their relationship. Fascinating stuff for anyone who wants
to dissect why a relationship goes wrong with two terrific central
performances.
Darkness (15)
Spanish director Jaume Balagueros first English language
film (following on from his acclaimed horror Los Sin Nombre) is
a bit of a disappointment despite a cast that includes Anna Paquin,
Lena Olin and Iain Glen.
Paquin is a teen who suspects something may be up when her brother
mentions hes being haunted by the ghosts of children. Of
course, it turns out the family home was the location for creepy
goings on decades before. The films 15 certificate illustrates
just how unscary the end result is.
Dont Move (15)
Penelope Cruz who, for some reason, seems to lose all acting talent
when shes performing in English, does better in this slick
but ultimately disappointing Italian movie from director Sergio
Castellitto. She stars as the almost destitute woman who falls
for the wealthy surgeon (played by Castellitto) who rapes her
in the movies flashbacks as the surgeon reflects on his
life.
Poohs Heffalump Movie (U)
Tots used to Pixar movies (Monsters Inc etc) probably wont
be impressed by this more traditional animated adventure, but
its sweet stuff for really little ones as Poohs kangaroo
pal Roo befriends a loveable baby Heffalump.
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