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: 871
Other Articles: 269
Herzog of the Month
A monthly treat to see the classics of Werner Herzog back on the big screen.
EIFF Gala Events Revealed
Opening and closing films for Edinburgh International Film Festival 2017 now on sale.
The Levelling
Family drama that sucks at the soul like the Somerset mud it depicts.
The Sense of an Ending
Handsome drama fails to translate the inner turmoil of its literary source.
The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki
Beautiful understated comedy-drama about cult Finnish boxer
Perry Benson
The actor talks about his role in the new Irvine Welsh and Dean Cavanagh play Performers
It’s Over, Rover
Animal-based shorts err towards comedy rather than horror, but still impress.
2D & Deranged
Animated shorts are of variable quality, but the highlights are stunning.
Accidental Exorcist
Possession chiller tries something different but meanders to nowhere.
Now Wash Your Hands
Another tremendous selection of shorts focus on the failings of the human body.
Scanners
Cronenberg’s first mainstream hit is a patchy sci-fi elevated by great effects.
The Dead Zone
Low-key supernatural thriller is one of the best Stephen King adaptations.
The Night Watchmen
Perfect festival fodder relentless in both pace and stupidity
Lamb To The Slaughter
Excellent programme of shorts looking at (sometimes literal) growing pains.