Film Reviews by LH

Awful, channel 5 has better dramas. Tacky, daytime TV style. Don’t bother. Extremely disappointed.  Better descriptions are needed. 

I really loved this film. I watch a lot of films and so few have any originality. This seemed more original. Life from the perspective of an older woman who don’t see to get much of a voice these days. There is a bit of ‘scenes of a sexual nature’ and exploration as to why sexuality is viewed negatively, rather than in a joyous way, but it also tells a great story of a life unlived and regrets. It’s a good lesson for everyone to live life more fully. 

I hadn’t heard of this true story before. The hijacker was killed by the police in the back of a police car. It’s a very interesting story, it tells an in depth story in relation to the terrible street kid life that led him to the hijack. However, the film is totally unbalanced. It doesn’t talk to any of the victims about the long term impact it had on their lives. I can imagine it ruined most of their lives and led to serious mental health issues, this wasn’t covered at all. That was wrong. 

So sad I didn’t read the other review. It’s dubbed with an American. I want to practise French. Interestingly I read the only place Lupin on Netflix had to be dubbed was America. Very sad. 

I’m an adult. Thought this film was magical. Not that childish and a great watch for adults too. Very true to the original book, only a little CGI. Some top actors and a beautiful garden/outdoor scenes. Perfect feel-good film for lockdown. Also, great inspiration for anyone coming back from illness. Lovely. 

As per previous reviewer. Didn’t live up to the Hype. Boring! Didn’t engage for me. Missed the mark. Little emotion until the end. In short, nothing much happens and it isn’t delicate enough to be a beautiful film. You don’t really buy into the sorrow, as it doesn’t engage until the very end. 

I watch many world films, but this just couldn’t hold my attention. Even a film making an important message should have some enjoyment factor.

This got a very poor review by the Guardian. It is truly awful. Rarely do I turn off a film, but I did with this. 

Depressing film that may appeal to Leftie Guardian readers. That’s it. I can’t feel sorry for people than choose to have four kids when they have limited income. 

Edgy but very watchable film, recommended to add to list. Maggie is amazing as lead actress. Great film.

Always great to have a very watchable but arty film. Really engaging watch and a bit different. Definitely held my interest compared with so many rubbish modern films. 

I really found this very watchable and a little emotional. I don’t know very much about Tolkein so didn’t have clue how much was artistic licence. 

I love France and I love the 1960s, but this is far too long, rambling and not particularly enjoyable. I like edgy films, but this isn’t even for me!

Good little British film. Would recommend a watch. Quite entertaining. Some low budget British films can just feel cheap. This was a good one though. 

I think the Guardian gave this like one star. I usually check the Guardian reviews before watching any film. This was just a rubbish, not entertaining and stupid film.