Kevin Ibbotson-Wight
@weaklemondrink
Borders-born Edinburgh based worker/ writer/ runner/ sleeper. A good book, a good film, or a good show and I'm a very happy chap.
Reviews: 856
Other Articles: 264
Memory
A challenging, painful, but ultimately hopeful drama of two people afflicted by a loss and a surfeit of memory
American Star
Almost serene hitman drama is an incredible vessel for a vintage Ian McShane performance
Head Count
Smart, slick, and relentless neo-noir thriller chucks it’s anti-hero into a series of misadventures
Which Brings Me to You
A simple romcom premise works by getting the casting its two leads just right
Some Other Woman
An ambitious, if messy, psychodrama with great locations and impressive performances
Marmalade
Splendid change of gears compensates for an underwhelming first act in this romantic crime caper
Occupied City
Monumental documentary of Amsterdam’s wartime occupation is one of a city in haunting conversation with itself
The Bricklayer
Aaron Eckhart fails to cement his action hero credentials in tedious secret agent caper
Dalton’s Dream
A compelling doc sees a singer’s attempt at superstardom arrive somewhere just as worthwhile
Dario Argento Panico
A straight-forward but candid and fascinating portrait of one of the all time great horror filmmakers
Girls Will Be Girls
Excellent coming of age debut indicates a filmmaker gifted in handling both actors and material
Layla
A Janus-faced and deeply personal queer story caught between social realism and outrageous abandon
Race for Glory: Audi vs. Lancia
Racing drama stalls in its attempt to offer an immersive rally experience
Between the Temples
Warm and heartfelt screwball comedy gives two beloved supporting players the chance to shine in leading roles
Sundance 2024 Roundup Pt. 1
We take a look at some of the other films appearing in Utah this year
Handling the Undead
Grief-stricken zombie arthouse drama is all the more effective for its restraint
Glasgow Film Festival
We take an early look at the programme for the 20th edition of the Glasgow Film Festival
