A hastily cobbled together list: partly because I'm later than usual (I usually get it out of the way on New Year's day), but also because it's a snapshot of changing opinions and if I wait more than a few days I'll need to update it. Better to just get it down and move on. … Continue reading My Favourite Films of 2021
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My Favourite Films of 2020
In this strange and frightening year, the importance of art and the sharing of the experience of art has become even more significant. So, although my cinema viewing has plummeted, watching films however I can and meeting people virtually to talk about them, has been both nourishment for the mind and a way of maintaining … Continue reading My Favourite Films of 2020
My Favourite Films of 2011
The usual caveats apply: a) there are many important 2011 films which I haven't yet seen; b) I tend to change my mind about films, so this is a snap shot of my opinions at this point in time; c) I find it almost impossible to rank films in any great detail, so I tend … Continue reading My Favourite Films of 2011
Cambridge Film Festival 2011
One of the real highlights of my year is the Cambridge Film Festival. After the funding difficulties of last year (due to external factors) it was especially thrilling to see it back in 2011 with just as bold and ambitious a programme as ever. This year's festival experience started for me with a couple of … Continue reading Cambridge Film Festival 2011