Shane Slater
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REVIEW: A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence
For one of the most unique films of the year, look no further than Roy Andersson’s "A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence". Read more
Posted on 25 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
Foreign Oscar Guide: Francophone Films
Parlez-vous français? If you’re a fan of the Foreign Language Oscar category, a mastery of the French language certainly wouldn’t hurt. Read more
Posted on 22 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT: A Room with a View
For this week's return of Hit me with your best shot, I was able to eliminate another Best Picture nominee blind spot with 1985's "A Room with a View". Read more
Posted on 21 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK/OSCAR WATCH: Beasts of No Nation
As I write this, the latest trailer for "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens" has just premiered to the glee of millions of fans around the world. Read more
Posted on 20 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
OSCAR WATCH: Bridge of Spies
Is there any greater sign of awards season than a new historical drama from Steven Spielberg? Though he's perhaps better known by the public for his more... Read more
Posted on 18 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: Madame Courage
Back in early September, I fulfilled my dream of attending the Venice International Film Festival. Well...sort of. In truth, I took part in the festivities... Read more
Posted on 17 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
FOREIGN OSCAR GUIDE: Latin America
To say that Latin American cinema had a great year would be an understatement. Over the past year, films from the region have been the toast of the festival... Read more
Posted on 15 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: The Overnight
It didn't take me long to realize that "The Overnight" would be my latest Movie of the Week. With a cast featuring some of my personal faves Taylor Schilling,... Read more
Posted on 13 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: Moor
No matter where you go in the world, there always seems to be some amount of corruption involved throughout all levels of society. Read more
Posted on 12 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: Xenia
Road trip movies have always been one of the most reliable formats for cinematic storytelling. Their defined narrative arcs fit nicely into the traditional... Read more
Posted on 10 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
The Enduring Appeal of The Three Stooges
Few comic characters can have cast such as spell over movie-going audiences as that of The Three Stooges. From their early origins in 1920s vaudeville, Mo, Larr... Read more
Posted on 06 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Me and Earl and the Dying Girl
This week's top pick is one of the most curious releases of the year. Despite a highly successful Sundance premiere (including a standing ovation and a sweep... Read more
Posted on 06 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: The Second Mother
There’s a great scene in writer-director Anna Muylaert’s insightful new film The Second Mother, where the long estranged daughter (Jessica, played by Camila... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
OSCAR WATCH: The Martian
"The Martian", the latest space adventure from the man who gave us the seminal "Alien" franchise, can be summed up in one particular scene. Read more
Posted on 03 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
OSCAR WATCH: Black Mass
In Hollywood, as in life, everyone loves a comeback story. When Scott Cooper's "Black Mass" released its first trailer, the comeback narrative for Johnny Depp... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Sicario
From dark family secrets to child kidnappings, Denis Villeneuve has developed a knack for delving into some of the most unnerving mysteries of life and human... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: Labyrinth of Lies
It’s hard to believe now, but in the aftermath of the atrocities committed at Auschwitz, there were many Germans who were still ignorant of the harsh truth. Read more
Posted on 26 September 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
OSCAR WATCH: TIFF Awards
This past Sunday, the award winners for TIFF 2015 were announced and somehow, I ended up missing all the winners. But such is the nature of the beast at such a... Read more
Posted on 24 September 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
TIFF: Wrapping up the Festival
When I first found out I would be attending the Toronto International Film Festival for the first time, I was filled with as much anxiety as excitement. Read more
Posted on 23 September 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
INTERVIEW: Stephan James
Among many other sidebar events, one of the coolest initiatives of the Toronto International Film Festival is its annual Rising Stars programme, co-presented... Read more
Posted on 22 September 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES