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Tag Archives: Prison
Paddington 2 (2017) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): A cuddlier sequel with more charm and warmth
“Paddington 2” is so genuinely cute, sincere, and charming that it is virtually impossible for me to say anything negative about it. This may sound like a complaint to you, but, folks, I am not complaining at all, and I … Continue reading
13th (2016) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): From Slavery to Mass Incarceration
At the beginning, Netflix documentary film “13th” presents an alarming piece of statistical data. While the population of US is merely 5% of the entire human population in the world, 20% of the prisoners in the world are incarcerated in … Continue reading
Hunger (2008) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): A striking debut work by Steve McQueen
On one day in 2009 June, I happened to get a chance to watch Steve McQueen’s debut work “Hunger”, and it was one of the most memorable movie experiences during that year. The movie struck me hard with its uncompromising … Continue reading
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Tagged Hunger Strike, Northern Ireland Conflict, Prison, Real-life figure, Real-life incident
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Starred Up (2013) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : He finally meets his match – his dad
While it is a mix of familiar elements to be expected from its main subjects, “Starred Up” is a compelling mix to watch none the less. Mainly through its violent young antihero with issues, it transfers us into a harsh, … Continue reading
Way Back Home (2013) ☆☆☆(3/4) : It’ll take very long for her and her family
As a tear-jerking melodrama, South Korean movie “Way Back Home” is so transparent in its plot that I always knew every bright moment in the story would be soon followed by another punishing moment for its ill-fated heroine and her … Continue reading
Everyday (2012) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Life goes on as they wait for his release
As a movie observing how life goes on for its main characters over the period of five years, “Everyday” feels vivid and authentic. As watching one ordinary family dealing with a specific hardship imposed on them, you can feel the … Continue reading
Miracle in Cell No.7 (2013) ☆☆(2/4) : I am Yong-goo
After 20 minutes it began, I concluded that I was not a good target audience for South Korean comedy film “Miracle in Cell No.7”. I understood what it intended to be, but I kept annoyed by its blatant comic/melodramatic approach … Continue reading
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Tagged Comedy, False Charge, Father and daughter, Melodrama, Murder, Prison, South Korean Film
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A World Apart (1988) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Apartheid through her wide eyes
Sometimes people learn a hard life lesson about their world when they are young and innocent. Molly, a young white South African girl in “A World Apart”(1988), learns it in a way far more hurtful than usual. She wants her … Continue reading
