Rory Edgington
Reviews: 69
Other Articles: 15
Shappi Khorsandi: Dirty Looks and Hopscotch
Though never reaching hysterical laughter, an hour with Shappi Khorsandi is an hour well spent.
Pattie Brewster’s Friendship Venture (For Some Friends)
Extremely unpolished, but definitely funnier and more endearing because of it.
The Death of Chatterton
Perspicacious observation and an invariably strong cast make this a vivacious and interesting piece of theatre.
MacBeth in Scots
A wobbly start stabilises into a strong example of amateur dramatics, which is at times genuinely impressive.
Interview: Andrew Simpson
Andrew Simpson from Edinburgh-based theatre ensemble, Cathartic Connections, discusses the role of funding for small, project-based theatre.
Bane 1, 2 & 3
Enthralling, hilarious and superbly acted, Bane 1, 2 & 3 is deservedly a Fringe favourite.
The 99 Unbound
An Islamic alternative to animation which is unfortunately outdated by about two decades.
Tahrir: Liberation Square
Savona manages to capture some of the most important moments of the revolution with astonishing intimacy.
Life Just Is
Reasonable performances can’t redeem the platitudinous, facile script in Alex Barrett’s first feature.
Philippine New Wave: This Is Not a Film Movement
A rare but surface level glimpse into the lesser known world of Philippine cinema.
Anton Corbijn: Inside Out
Skilfully shot and appropriately introspective, this film is a worthy tribute to a master of his craft.
The Orator (O Le Tulafala)
The Orator sets a reasonable standard for Samoan language cinema of the future.
The Unspeakable Act
Sallitt’s tale of incestuous love is difficult to approach and not entirely gratifying.
Unfair World (Adikos kosmos)
A forlorn and painfully accurate image of the world, yet geared more towards resignation than change.
Future My Love
Maja Borg’s ambitious, fascinating but ultimately flawed feature on science and humanity.
God Bless America
A rare example of humour that is both in-your-face and refreshing, this is one for the refuseniks.
EIFF 2012: Directors’ Showcase
Section hosting different visions including works which look certain to resonate well into the future.
EIFF 2012: Looking South
A showcase of some of the best and most underrepresented modern films from South America.
EIFF 2012: Spotlight on Shinya Tsukamoto
An ideal introduction to this director’s surreal, dystopian world.
Filmhouse Welcomes Friedkin
A rare opportunity for Friedkin fans and film aficionados alike to exorcise those curious Q&A demons.
Gospel of Us
Powerful and illuminating film recording Owen Sheers and Michael Sheen’s Passion play in South Wales.