Category: Living well
The Dark Side of Robin Hood
Michael Sarnoski’s The Death of Robin Hood strips away the Hollywood legend for something darker. Hugh Jackman’s ageing, violent Robin anchors a confronting, polarising film.
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How dopey is the ultra right? ‘Fever Beach’ suggests ‘very’.
Carl Hiaasen turns his satirical eye on Proud Boys-style extremists in Fever Beach. Hal Swerissen reviews a comic novel about far-right absurdity.
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On the nature of daylight: a meditation on war and empathy
Max Richter’s On the Nature of Daylight offers space to reflect on war and empathy amid international turmoil. A short meditation by Hal Swerissen.
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What We Can Know – A flawed masterpiece
Ian McEwan’s What We Can Know has interesting ideas about history and private lives, but needed a tighter edit. A review by Hal Swerissen.
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Cinema in Spain: a window into 500 years of history
A potted history of Spain told through its films, from founding myths to modern upheaval, and what cinema reveals about Spanish identity.
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Love Lies Bleeding: A Twisted Descent into Obsession
Film review of love lies bleeding. A twisted descent in obsession, body building and gun ranges.
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Unveiling the Enchanting City of Canals: A Guide to Venice’s Highlights
A guide to Venice’s highlights, from the Grand Canal and its landmarks to hidden corners of the city built on water.
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Wicked Little Letters: this hilarious detective story is a meditation on the art of swearing
Wicked Little Letters, starring Olivia Colman, is a hilarious 1920s detective story and a sharp meditation on the art of swearing.
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