TIFF 2016 Review: “Paterson” (2016) ★★★★★
I had no idea that Jim Jarmusch had the soul of a poet, as I know no other way to explain what he had accomplished with his latest work called….
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.
TIFF 2016 Review: “Jean of the Joneses” (2016) ★★
It does happen that when we watch a particular film whose concept we might not understand we find ourselves saying the same thing, “it makes no sense”. Unfortunately, “JEAN OF….
TIFF 2016 Review: “Half A Man” (2016) ★★★★★
A war, no matter what level, never brings any good to anyone. It hurts feelings, breaks hearts, claims countless lives. However, some still manage to return home, but not in….
TIFF 2016 Review: “After Love” (2016) ★★★★★
What can fifteen years of marriage bring? More happiness? A complete family with little kids running around? Big house and satisfaction in life itself as the couple grows older? Maybe…..
TIFF 2016 Review: “Blind Vaysha” (2016) ★★★★★
In the world of vivid colors there must be one who sees it one or another way, but not the same way we all do. Just thinking of the past….
TIFF 2016 Review: “Le Ciel Flamand” (2016) ★★★★★
How many movies out there can actually terrify you with the realism of its storyline? As you watch Peter Monsaert`s LE CIEL FLAMAND, you will wish that you could go….
TIFF 2016 Review: “Graduation” (2016) ★★★★★
What is a parent’s role besides looking after its child and protect him from negativity and bad influence of the outside world? Providing any support required to get the best….
TIFF 2016 Review: “150 Milligrams” (2016) ★★★★★
It’s a glaring reality that we live in a time where pharmaceutical companies release medicines not for the sake of saving our lives, but rather to make money from them…..
TIFF 2016 Interview: Sara Vertongen Talks “LE CIEL FLAMAND”
LE CIEL FLAMAND is a film that will stay in my, and maybe in your, memory forever. It revolves around three women, the youngest of whom is six years old,….
TIFF Interview: Michael Koch Talks “Marija”
The life of an immigrant can vary. For some it can be fortunate and eventful while for some it can be eventful but less fortunate. Marija is a woman from….
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