Written by: Rainbow

So, those that know me well know that I don’t spend a lot of my spare time recounting movies. There are but few exceptions; The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is one.

I found myself in a cinema surrounded by those lost in time, individuals that put their teeth in and adorned in their Sunday-best for their outing of the week. It was nice albeit a little disconcerting to the one of two in the cinema with a smartphone!

Anyway I digress.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has to be one of the most enjoyable movies I have seen in a long time. I found myself lost in the moment on many occasions and at least once felt tears roll down my cheeks as I was transported into the lives of 7 English seniors en route to India to live out their … Read More »

I know that the idea of seven senior citizens retiring to a hotel in India may not appeal to everyone but I ask you all to give it a chance because The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is easily one of my favourite films of the year.

There are so many things to love about The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel that it’s hard to choose which element is my favourite. From the cast consisting of acting royalty who can do more with a single look than some actor’s can do with pages of dialogue, to the supporting actors who bring to life some interesting and engaging characters, to the Indian city of Jaipur which is a rich tapestry of people, poverty, colours, and vibrant energy. How can you possibly choose a favourite from that list?

The film follows the story of a group … Read More »

I know that the idea of seven senior citizens retiring to a hotel in India may not appeal to everyone but I ask you all to give it a chance because The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is easily one of my favourite films of the year.

There are so many things to love about The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel that it’s hard to choose which element is my favourite. From the cast consisting of acting royalty who can do more with a single look than some actor’s can do with pages of dialogue, to the supporting actors who bring to life some interesting and engaging characters, to the Indian city of Jaipur which is a rich tapestry of people, poverty, colours, and vibrant energy. How can you possibly choose a favourite from that list?

The film follows the story of a group … Read More »

A Twitter Review

Missed my 5-part movie review on Twitter? Here it is in one convenient location.

Watched ‘My Week with Marilyn tonight’. Solid movie with a strong performance by Michelle Williams as Monroe. Balanced the broken woman with world-famous superstar perfectly. However I felt that Judi Synch and Kenneth Branagh delivered expert performances which stole some of the spotlight. The film had a unique voice being told by a young outsider. It provided a really interesting aspect.

However I felt that it looked like a TV movie despite the strong performances. It’s not a cinema movie, it can be enjoyed on DVD at home.

‘My Week with Marilyn’ is an interesting story, strong performances, but I found it lacking at some points.

Catch it on DVD.

3.5 stars.

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A Twitter Review

Missed my 5-part movie review on Twitter? Here it is in one convenient location.

Watched ‘My Week with Marilyn tonight’. Solid movie with a strong performance by Michelle Williams as Monroe. Balanced the broken woman with world-famous superstar perfectly. However I felt that Judi Synch and Kenneth Branagh delivered expert performances which stole some of the spotlight. The film had a unique voice being told by a young outsider. It provided a really interesting aspect.

However I felt that it looked like a TV movie despite the strong performances. It’s not a cinema movie, it can be enjoyed on DVD at home.

‘My Week with Marilyn’ is an interesting story, strong performances, but I found it lacking at some points.

Catch it on DVD.

3.5 stars.

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