Author: James Partridge

Synopsis Fred and Mick, two old friends approaching their eighties, are enjoying a vacation in a lovely hotel in the foothills of the Alps. Fred, a retired composer and conductor, has no intention of returning to his music career which he dropped a long time ago, while Mick, a director, is still working, hurrying to finish the screenplay of his latest film. Both friends know that their days are numbered and decide to face their future together. But unlike them, no one else seems worried about the passing of time… Thoughts You couldn’t have picked two better actors for the leads than Michael Caine and Harvey Keitel, and boy do they revel in their roles. And you will revel in this film too. Even if the emotional chords don’t always hit the right note, there’s plenty to enjoy in this bittersweet dramedy. Rating...

Synopsis Macbeth is the story of a fearless warrior and inspiring leader brought low by ambition and desire. A thrilling interpretation of the dramatic realities of the times and a reimagining of what wartime must have been like for one of Shakespeare’s most famous and compelling characters, a story of all-consuming passion and ambition set in war torn 11th Century Scotland. Thoughts Shakespeare on the big screen has been very hit and miss over the years – with more misses than hits. But take a bow Kurzel, Fassbender, Cotillard and Co, you have made an exhilarating epic worthy of “The Bard”. Gorgeous on all fronts, you can’t help but sink into the Scottish King’s mire alongside him, enjoying every minute of his suffering – which sounds terrible, but really isn’t. Trust me. Rating...