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: 879
Other Articles: 273
Napier University MA Film Course Showcase
Incredible promise demonstrated by a seriously impressive showcase of student filmmakers.
I, Daniel Blake
It’s received praise and criticism alike, but Loach’s latest hits too close to home to be dismissed as a mere polemic.
Matinee
Charming, evocative period piece that will appeal to connoisseurs of wobbly creature features.
Eleanor Morton: Happy Birthday Katie Lewis!
‘Poster-girl for awkwardness” trademark free-wheeling surrealism tempered by a constraining narrative.
Elf Lyons: Pelican
Lyons recounts how her personality has been formed through her relationship with her mother in a hugely entertaining hour.
Seymour Mace: Shit Title
Breakneck, bracing hour of deranged silliness spiked with melancholy.
Juliette Burton: Decision Time
A light, accessible look at how living with mental illness can affect life decisions.
Richard Gadd: Monkey See, Monkey Do
Stunning, boundary-pushing comedy that will leave you exhilarated and a little bit broken.
Kieran Hodgson: Maestro
Incredible character comedy that lightens the soul, just like the best music.
James Acaster: Reset
Sublime observational stand-up with a big theme bubbling under mundane details.
Andy Zaltzman: Plan Z
Quality topical satire from Bugle podcast alumnus, but occasionally feels like a work-in-progress.
Marjolein Robertson: UK’s 2nd Most Northerly Comedian
Shetland native’s debut show is nicely structured and shows real promise.
Craig Hill: Up and Coming!
A regressive hour of ‘classic’ nastiness lacking wit, invention or any actual material.