Sarah Findlay
Reviews: 42
Other Articles: 6
EIFF 2012: Black Box
These films try to challenge how we view narrative cinema in a world inspired by modern revolution.
Delicacy
It’s true that Delicacy won’t tax the brain, but its sincerity holds it above the sickliness of Hollywood.
Le Havre
Humble and modest portrait of an essentially good community, pulling together when they need to.
The Ship That Changed The World
As everyone prepares to mourn the Titanic once again, Sarah Findlay asks: what is it that draws us into everything Titanic?
Goddess
Strange Theatre’s Goddess skilfully poses many questions about femininity in both ancient and contemporary contexts.
The Deep Blue Sea
There is something underwhelming about this film, as it appears Davies has made various cut backs.
All the Suns (Tous les soleils)
In a film which could have fallen victim to many corny moments, Claudel excels at making light out of the darker side of life.
No and Me (No et Moi)
Breitman’s completely underrated film acts as an emotive reminder of the appalling hardships facing young people on the streets today.
Océans
Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud explore the wonders of the subaquatic world and show the beauty we are slowing wiping out.
la nuit intime
Liv Lorent creates a truly pensive and romantic package, but is sadly let down by her choice of venue.
The Ides of March
Clooney creates a fairly well informed film that touches on our current economic climate and dishonest political figures.
One Man, Two Guvnors
Injecting his own jokes and farcical routines, Richard Bean presents us with a contemporary farce which does not fall short of the mark.
Drive
Too cool to be seen in major cinema chains, Refn’s new crime thriller transcends anything you’re likely to see this year.
Arthur, the Story of a King
Wee Stories go beyond the myth, enchanting and exploring Arthur’s round table and Britain’s first attempt at democracy.
Edinburgh Fringe: Aftermath
Although the festival is over, Edinburgh is still furnished with a great deal of arts entertainment for everyone. The only thing you need to hope for is some sunshine.
Jawbone of an Ass
SATIRE
Public masturbation, crossing-dressing and murder, what more could you ask for from a religious satire.
Viewless
PHYSICAL THEATRE
A dark and sinister production, Scottish favourites Cumbernauld Theatre Company highlight the paranoid nature of everyone involved in the Witness Protection Scheme.
The Station: Fourstones
A charmingly winsome production centred around belief, innocence and identity. Can you find a sense of place in Northumberland woodland? Idle Dream seem to think so.
Happy Ever After?
THEATRE
Expecting a show that was bold and intrepid, it was disappointing to find that the cast lacked craft and some (quite literal) stage presence.
The Monster in the Hall
COMEDY DRAMA
David Greig returns with his ensemble piece of music and mime. Norwegian anarchists, chaos fairies and 60s girl bands are all in a day’s work for Duck Macatarsney.
A Slow Air
DRAMA
It’s Houston vs. Edinburgh in David Harrower’s compelling new play following estranged siblings Morna and Athol.
Happy Ever After?
Prepare for fairy-tale characters to be exposed at this year’s Fringe by magic/theatre group Thee Gothic Gentlemen.