Sandy’s Film Reviews
656 Films have been rated or reviewed by Sandy.
Folies Bergère (Paris Follies) (2014)
Not a gripping tale, with well over half of the film redundant to the theme. Although well over 50, I've had much more fun in Paris than shown here!- DVD
$29.95$19.95 
45 Years (2015)
Tom Courtenay is as great as ever & Charlotte Rampling, with her understated half–smiles fading as the film goes on, is even better. Movie says important things about marriage & how two people may see things differently. Very subtle
Sarah's Key (2010)
Complex & harrowing. Events portrayed represent some of the darkest days of the République Français but a very fine film. Worth watching extras to see the enormous care taken to recreate the many scenes. Well–acted & brilliantly directed. 
Beware of Mr. Baker (2012)
Ginger Baker is not admirable; very self–centered but happy to use others. Unacceptable attitude to loyal wives and loving children. Great footage from little–known performances and personal interviews. Lacks analysis of his technique. But recommended. 
Girl by the Lake, The (La ragazza del lago) (2007)- Smart complex densely plotted–a psychological thriller & a subtle portrait of a flawed community. Clues visible in the photos in the Incident Room of damage wrought by heavy Allied bombing of this beautiful ski resort of Moggia Udine. Terrific!
A Most Wanted Man (2014)- A masterpiece! Very tense throughout, great characters brilliantly acted. Uncertainty keeps you on the edge of your couch. Intelligently deals with great issues of today. Incomplete without the excellent le Carre interview (extra).
Mavis! (2015)- Insightful doco on the great gospel & blues singer over 60 years. Good new footage and accurate accounts of the influence of her father "Pops", Dylan, Curtis Mayfield & Stax Records. Includes her visit to dying Levon Helm & great kindness.
Meddler, The (2015)- Smart chick–flick – very LA! Very well acted esp. by Susan Sarandon & with great chickens. Excellent extras. Recommended
Lou Reed's Berlin (2007)
This macho presentation of adventures in Berlin in 1973 by Schnabel/Reed lacks courage & insight, not to speak of chord progression. It contrasts unfavorably with the innovative music of the era like Laura Nyro's Christmas & the Beads of Sweat (1970). - DVD $29.95
Boomerang (2015)- Outstanding & memorable. Intense & fast–paced, with a terrific cast and script, and lots of surprises. The heart of the film is full of love. Great characters & excellent production values. Best film of 2017 so far – French cinema at it's finest!
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