Shane Slater

LATEST ARTICLES ( 915 )

• MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Güeros

  

  Where did Alonso Ruiz Palacios come from? And when can I see his next film? That's all I kept thinking while watching his astonishingly well-directed debut... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• OSCAR WATCH: Steve Jobs

  

  "I'm begging you to manage expectations out there." So implores Joanna Hoffman of Steve Jobs during during one of the early scenes of Danny Boyle's latest... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• REVIEW: Theeb

  

  "Theeb", the debut feature from director Naji Abu Nowar, refers to the Arabic word for “wolf”. We first hear the word during the film’s opening narration,... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• FOREIGN OSCAR GUIDE: Africa and Middle East

  

  One of the benefits of the “one country, one film” submissions process for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar, is the way it seeks to level the playing field... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• MOVIE OF THE WEEK: A War

  

  From manhunts, to hijackings, to wars, Denmark’s acclaimed writer-director Tobias Lindholm is clearly drawn to the aggressive side of mankind. But don’t... Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• REVIEW: Heneral Luna

  

  Judging from the film’s opening scene, director Jerrold Tarog had lofty ambitions for his historical biopic "Heneral Luna". In it, our titular general stands... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• FOREIGN OSCAR GUIDE: Debut Filmmakers

  

  As is the case with other Oscar categories, Best Foreign Language Film is usually the domain of more established filmmakers. This year however, many of the... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• COMING SOON: Brooklyn

  Yes, I know I already featured the "Brooklyn" trailer in last month's post, but this a special occasion. It's not often you get to see your review quoted on TV! Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• INTERVIEW: Anna Muylaert and Regina Casé

  

  Since its successful bow at Sundance earlier this year, "The Second Mother" has emerged as one of the year’s most beloved films by critics and audiences alike. Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• Movie of the Week: '71

  

  On the eve of his deployment to stabilize a volatile Belfast neighbourhood during the Northern Ireland conflict (aka The Troubles), a young British soldier name... Read more

  Posted on 27 October 2015 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• 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