Written by Livvy O'Brien "In the vibrant realm of the skateboarding subculture, “Skate Kitchen” initially appears to be a thrilling ride through the streets of New York City, focusing on empowering girls to feel confident in engaging in a culture … Continue reading.
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Legend (2015)
Written by Livvy O'Brien "“Legend” is based on the notorious and scandalous Kray twins, who established a criminal empire in London’s East End during the tumultuous 1950s and 1960s. With remarkable finesse, Tom Hardy takes on the..."… Continue reading.
Eagle vs Shark
Written by Livvy O'Brien "Directed by Taika Waititi, “Eagle vs Shark” is his first feature film which sets the tone of his filmic style with a peculiar sense of humour and underlying emotional depth. Starring Jemaine Clement as..."… Continue reading.
Drink in the Movies Top 5 Films of 2023 So Far
Our Drink in the Movies team have compiled a comprehensive mid-year piece that provides a shared look at each of our top 5 films of 2023 so far. You can see our selected titles below in the text list or … Continue reading.
Shangri-La Suite
Written by Livvy O'Brien "Eddie O’Keefe’s debut feature-length film “Shangri-La Suite” is an alluring watch that intrigues with its unique blend of romance and crime. While objectively it has its fair share of flaws, I find myself drawn..."… Continue reading.
On the Edge
Written by Livvy O'Brien "John Carney’s “On the Edge” is an unconventional coming-of-age drama that is emotionally charged and authentic. It delves into the turbulent psyche of 19-year-old Jonathan Breech..."… Continue reading.
Riders of Justice
Written by Livvy O'Brien "Jensen employs his long-time muses, Mikkelsen and Kaas, and transforms them into almost unrecognisable characters. “Because he's [Mikkelsen] so handsome, I try to do him not so handsome,” Jensen contends. When compared to..."… Continue reading.
Candy (2006)
Written by Livvy O'Brien "A love triangle between a couple and their drugs, “Candy,” directed by Neil Armstrong, follows the twisted romance of Candy (Abbie Cornish), an art student, who falls for Dan (Heath Ledger), a part-time poet - full-time … Continue reading.
