Reviews
Number One, The Balmoral
Renowned for fine dining at its very finest, the Balmoral’s Number One most definitely lives up to the hype.
Frances Maynard – Maggsie McNaughton’s Second Chance
An enigmatic protagonist draws the reader in to this heart-warming tale.
Sandra Ireland – The Unmaking of Ellie Rook
A deceptively simple book based on Scottish Folklore which is both multi-layered and twists smoothly.
Charlie Laidlaw – The Space Between Time
A philosophical untangling of who we are which takes a little time to get going.
In Fabric
A killer dress causes havoc in the best horror satire on consumerism since Dawn of the Dead.
Diego Maradona
Aesthetically constructed documentary offers less than the full story
Loneliness and Other Adventures
Mollie Semple shines in this solo piece about loneliness and learning to love yourself.
Night Moves – Can You Really Find Me
Decent tunes but nothing stands out on this third effort from American outfit
Toast
Gripping performances enhance this realistic play addressing life’s harsh realities.
Kursk: The Last Mission
Rote disaster tropes saved by efficient execution and compelling dramatised reality.
Timecrimes
Engaging and darkly comedic time travel thriller that still entertains.
Chiang Yee – The Silent Traveller in Edinburgh
Charming but dated travel book about our capital city.
Educating Rita
Willy Russell’s script shines through this fierce pairing of Tompkinson and Johnson.