TIFF 2015: ‘Spotlight’ Is A Difficult, But Necessary Must-Watch

Spotlight, directed by Thomas McCarthy, is the true story that depicts the investigative news team at the Boston Globe as it uncovers the systemic ‘sweeping under the rug’ of child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church (specifically the Archdiocese of Boston). The screenwriting of McCarthy and Josh Singer is key. It easily balances the research and interview […]

TIFF 2015: Chaos Makes The World Turn In ‘High-Rise’

Ben Wheatley directs a star-studded cast featuring Jeremy Irons, Tom Hiddleston, Luke Evans, Sienna Miller and Elisabeth Moss in High-Rise. An adaptation of JG Ballard’s novel of the same name, the film takes place in 1975 London where young doctor Robert Laing (Tom Hiddleston) is intrigued by the lifestyle in a high-rise community that is away […]

‘Demolition’ Explores the Complexities of Grief – Review|TIFF 2015

Jean-Marc Vallée (Dallas Buyers Club, Wild) tries to make it a perfect three-for-three in Gala Presentations at TIFF with the premiere of his latest film, Demolition – and I believe the Canadian director does just that. Known for bringing the best out of his actors, Vallée does no different with Jake Gyllenhaal’s performance as Davis Mitchell, who has […]

Natalie Portman Pours Her Soul Into ‘A Tale of Love and Darkness’ -Review | TIFF 2015

To kick off my attendance at TIFF, my opening night film was Natalie Portman’s feature directorial debut, based on Amos Oz’s autobiographical novel, A Tale of Love and Darkness. In its North American premiere, not only does the film serve as Portman’s directorial debut but the Oscar-winning actress also adapted the screenplay and stars in […]