Tag Archives: Royal Family

Spencer (2021) ☆☆☆(3/4): It’s Christmas in Hell for her…

Posted on November 30, 2021 by kaist455

Pablo Larraín’s latest film “Spencer” is presented as “A fable from a true tragedy”, and it is clear from the beginning that the movie goes for something deeper than those well-known facts about its famous human subject. Although the overall … Continue reading →

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The Lion in Winter (1968) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): One bumpy Christmas family meeting in 1183

Posted on December 16, 2018 by kaist455

There have been countless movies about Christmas family meeting with issues, but not many of them can top the sharp wit and sheer ferocity of “The Lion in Winter”, which revolves around the risky battles of wills among the royal … Continue reading →

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A Royal Affair (2012) ☆☆☆(3/4) : An affair behind the throne

Posted on December 7, 2012 by kaist455

As a historical drama about a dangerous liaison and surrounding intrigues at the royal court, “A Royal Affair” nicely fulfills its genre requirements. It looks gorgeous as much as it is required for our eyes, and it also has an … Continue reading →

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