Written by Livvy O'Brien "Each personality gets room to breathe, and those personal tensions get incorporated into the story really well, with Clea Duvall and Elijah Wood especially good at getting across their insecurities and growing..."… Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "The star of the film might just be the Baker house itself, a space that feels so authentically cluttered and lived-in. The walls are a curated gallery of the children’s paintings and artwork and the windows … Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "The Pre-Raphaelites have always moved me deeply, especially their way of blending raw emotion with detail. Sir John Everett Millais’ “Ophelia” painting embodies this perfectly. The painting is a symphony of symbolism: the poppies tangled in … Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "Park Chan-wook’s “I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK” is a film that defies easy categorisation. It’s a romantic comedy, a psychological drama, a surreal fantasy, and a visual feast—all rolled into one. While it may..."… Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "The soundtrack infuses the jousting tournaments with the electric atmosphere of today’s sporting events, where the crowd’s energy amplifies the experience. He captured the thrill of the fanatic—rooting for your favourite competitor, feeling the sense of..."… Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "The film’s unflinching portrayal of violence and cultural disintegration, coupled with its powerful performances, delivers a haunting and moving narrative. Its exploration of personal and collective trauma highlights the resilience of the..."… Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "... drenched in dry, deadpan, and self-deprecating humour, making it culturally accurate and deeply relatable for Australians. It’s rare to watch a film where the dialogue is so distinctly Aussie that only those who grew up … Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "The problem with “In Time” is that it starts off being moderately strong in its social commentary about societal imbalance due to capitalism, but veers off course as it becomes more focused on flashy car chases … Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "In Northern England lies a region known as “God’s Own Country.” This celestial nickname has strong origins in Yorkshire’s beautiful and picturesque countryside. From the rolling hills to the boundless moors, and quaint villages, every detail … Continue reading.
Written by Livvy O'Brien "“Marrowbone” has a unique Gothic essence that guides viewers through a perplexing labyrinth of torment, blurring the boundaries between reality and illusion. As the story unfolds, the audience is seized in a chilling dance of uncertainty, … Continue reading.
