She Spoiled It

Review: The Mauritanian

27/6/2021

Jodie Foster shines in this Guantanamo Bay political drama but a good performance can’t stop the film from feeling a bit bland.

This debut feature by writer-director Layla Zhuqing Ji is a stark social commentary on bullying, self-preservation and society’s willingness to judge before they try to listen. Media sensationalism is held to account for stoking unfounded accusations and rumour which destroys people’s lives. But the central theme of bullying is unflinching and alarming.

Review: My Favorite War

6/6/2021

This animated documentary memoir by Ilze Burkovska Jacobsen tells the story of her own childhood growing up in soviet era Latvia in the 1970s to 1990s. She explores the relationship between choice and happiness in the context of growing up under an authoritarian regime.

Review: Murmur

1/6/2021

This quiet yet impactful reflection on addiction, love and loneliness is Heather Young’s first feature film. It taps into the basic human need for connection and the unconditional love of animals.

Review: Truman & Tennessee

24/5/2021

Lisa Immordino Vreeland’s latest documentary shows us the 40 year friendship between literary giants Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams in their own words.

Review: BIG vs SMALL

17/5/2021

Have you ever stared your fears in the face and been bold enough to overcome them? This inspirational documentary by Finnish director Minna Dufton is a deeply personal profile of Portugal’s first female big wave surfer which will not only leave you in awe but stir up your soul.

Review: Riders of Justice

3/5/2021

This latest dark comedy-drama by writer/director Anders Thomas Jensen is a madcap and violent ride with a bunch of men who desperately need therapy.

Review: Enemies of the State

26/4/2021

If you love true crime podcasts and trying to unravel the facts to uncover the truth this documentary is for you. It follows the case of Matt DeHart and his parents who were raided by the FBI in 2010. Is Matt a victim of government harassment and false charges or a serious threat? The strange details of Matt’s case and his fight with the US government are examined from various angles in search of the truth.

Review: Undergods

19/4/2021

Undergods is a surreal and disconcerting debut feature by Spanish-British director Chino Moya whose experience in writing comic books is a real strength of the film’s design. Reminiscent of Peter Strickland’s work, this is a jarring look at the dark side of society.

Review: Rosa's Wedding

12/4/2021

Following from her 2018 hit documentary “Yuli”, Spanish director Icíar Bollaín brings us a bright and upbeat comedy full of feel-good moments and sunshine.

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Hi, I'm Caz. I live in Edinburgh and I watch a lot of films. My reviews focus mainly on women in film - female directors or how women are represented on screen.
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