oldgirl’s Film Reviews
20 Films have been rated or reviewed by oldgirl.
Genius (TV Series) (2017)
Very good indeed, and probably quite accurate. Amazing how much irritation one gets to feel for a figure who has always shone like a bright star of genius.
Salamander (TV Series) (2013-2018)
- Really gripping series, satisfying plot and well acted. Realistic but not grungy. Tension kept tight throughout
DCI Banks (TV Series) (2010)- Good, realistic plots, well acted and not TOO gory! Most enjoyable.
Slings and Arrows (TV Series) (2003)
Excellent. The first episode is rather manic and confusing, but it just gets better and better. Good plot, wonderful performances.
Secret State (TV Mini-series) (2012)- Excellent plot (how one wishes it could actually happen), fine acting, very gripping.
- DVD $34.95
Method, The (El Método) (2005)
- A really tantalising plot well–presented. Low–key but very clever and amusing
Dunera Boys, The (Mini-series) (1985)- On disc as a movie –– and truly great entertainment. Low–key comedy and pathos, whimsical humour and excellent performances. Really enjoyable and different.
Witnesses (TV Mini-series) (2016)- Excellent series! Plot complex enough to be interesting, but still clear. Actors develop their characters with fine detail. Fairly tense, with surprises
British, The (2012)
Actually well made and presented –– but really more suited to intermediate–age school students. No in–depth info; viewpoints of celebs, not academics.
Boss (TV Series) (2011)- Very powerful, good performances from all. Every time one starts feeling some empathy with him, there's another ugly twist.
Lunchbox, The (2013)
Well acted and amusing, but with an irritatingly inconclusive ending (though perhaps it's just that I prefer no loose ends!)- DVD $19.95
Parade's End (TV Mini-Series) (2012)- Excellent! Plot moves quickly, sometimes rather elliptically, but very clear and thought–provoking. Wonderful performances from a cast of top British actors.
Hour, The - Series 2 (TV Series) (2012)- Really excellent. At first, the seediness of 1950's London takes some getting used to, but the plots are all gripping, historically accurate and very fast–paced. The cast is top notch.
Foyle's War (TV Series) (2002-2015)- Superb! From the cunning plots to the dry wittiness of the dialogue, every episode is excellent. First–rate acting and characterisation.
- DVD $24.95, $24.95, $24.95, $24.95
French Minister, The (Quai d'Orsay) (2013)- The satire is excellent, and well enhanced by believable performances from the actors. BUT... this would do better as a 15–minute skit, rather than dragging on and going exactly nowhere.
What's in a Name? (2012)- Very clever and fast–paced ('French Seinfeld on speed'!) Excellent acting, believable characters. A really good laugh, though I was quite exhausted by the end.
Johnny Stecchino (1992)- Starts off rather lame and foolish, but is well worth seeing through. Becomes absolutely hilarious, with excellent acting.
Band's Visit, The (Bikur Ha-Tizmoret) (2007)- Sometimes uncomfortable, but warm and very human. Quite an eye–opener. Excellent acting. Thoroughly enjoyed it!
Deadly Advice (1993)- Excellent, fast–paced, sparkling dark comedy. Great musical soundtrack and stellar supporting cast. Really enjoyable.
Bleak Old Shop of Stuff, The (TV Series) (2011)- Feeble and fatuous. As amusing as cold porridge.
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