Hot Docs 2017 Review: “Shiners” (2017) ★★★
There is no such thing as a bad or unsuitable job. Most of us go to work on a daily basis for many reasons: some do that because there are….
Author: Ulkar Alakbarova
My name is Ulkar Alakbarova. A wonderful name, is it not? I come from the exotic land of Azerbaijan but now I live in the hub of Hollywood North – Toronto, Canada. How lucky I am to be able to enjoy and indulge in my favourite avocation of watching movies. Movies of every genre are screened here in Toronto. There are black and white classics, avant garde, independently produced, and of course, newly released movies for all to enjoy. Let me share this treasure of entertainment with you. Read my thoughts and opinions then let me know if you agree.
Film Review: “Early Man” (2018) ★★★★
Would it not be wise to settle disputes through football matches? Think about it for a moment. Our world has been through so much century after century – wars, invasions,….
Hot Docs 2017 Interview: Stacey Tenenbaum Talks “Shiners”
When you are in customer service, any job you do is fine as long as you deliver customer satisfaction. Which is in case of Stacey Tenenbaum’s film SHINERS, where she….
TV Review: “American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace” (2018) ★★★★
How much do we know about the assassination of Gianni Versace? Is there any confirmed evidence of why the serial killer Andrew Cunanan chose the famous designer as his next….
TV Review: The Resident (2018– ) ★★★
Isn’t it fascinating to watch more shows on TV about doctors, instead of bad guys who kill innocent people? I might be overreacting in this case, but that’s the feeling….
Interview: Sam and Kevin Sorbo on “Let There Be Light”
With so many films showing and telling about violence, sometimes we need films that can make us feel better, inspired and a bit hopeful. The importance of films about faith….
Interview: Daniela Vega and her being in Sebastian Lelio`s “A Fantastic Woman”
What does it mean to be “Una Mujer Fantastica” or just a Fantastic Woman? Do you have to be born one? Or maybe become one afterward? What about the heart….
Interview: Sebastián Lelio Talks “A Fantastic Woman”
“A Fantastic Woman” was one of those films that I went to see without researching and learning about it beforehand. And, I must say, it was the best experience ever!….
Film Review: “Let There Be Light” (2017) ★★★
What is a religion? Why do we have to pray every day? Or yet a better question – will there be any response to our prayers at all? Does one….
Film Review: “Fifty Shades Freed” (2018) ★
Whether I am about to see a masterpiece or a wanna-be piece that pretends to be great, I should always keep an open mind. At least, that’s my duty as….
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