Posts Tagged ‘Michael Haneke’
Film Review – The Killer (2024)
I’m not one to automatically disregard remakes of beloved movies. Sometimes a fresh new perspective on a familiar story can help us better appreciate the original. But there are instances where the very notion of a remake is preposterous. Case in point: The Killer (1989). John Woo’s…
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SXSW Film Review – Us and Them
Us and Them (2017) starts out seemingly as a biting satire about class warfare. You know the story: a person of low economic stature feeling like they got the short shrift out of life butting heads against a rich person who savors all the privileges…
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SIFF Film Review – Goodnight Mommy
For two thirds of Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz’s Goodnight Mommy (Ich seh, Ich seh, 2014) I was completely entranced by its mystery. Coming out of Germany, this film taps into our deepest fears about childhood: not knowing if our loved ones can be trusted.…
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Film Review – Tammy
I’ve been writing reviews here at The MacGuffin for nearly two years now and am endlessly honored to have a forum in which to share my opinions. Having the opportunity to express my adoration for the recent works of auteurs such as Michael Haneke and…
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Film Review – Vic + Flo Saw A Bear
What a strange film this is. The French-Canadian Vic + Flo Saw A Bear (2013) is likely to draw responses from each end of the spectrum. I can’t say I loved it, but I can’t deny it stuck with me after it was over. Some…
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A Teacher – Audio Podcast #177
Spencer is joined by special guest writer/director Hannah Fidell (A Teacher). Segments include: handling challenging subject matter, judging the markers of success, inspirations and aspirations for A Teacher, cinematic role-models, surprising favorite films, and thinking about the future. Upcoming Events: Secret Movie Night VI (8/26…
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2013 Oscar Predictions – Ben’s Picks
This has been a great year for films, and the Academy for the most part has reflected that in its nominations. Besides being good, movies have also been surprising, with several categories lacking clear frontrunners. That makes this one of the most exciting award years…
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Film Review – Amour
Even without context, the opening moments of Michael Haneke’s Amour are among the most harrowing and unforgettable he’s ever put on screen. That may seem daunting for those familiar with his previous work (Funny Games and Caché among others), but there’s a poignancy here that…
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