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Michael Moore's hope in the Trump era; The Wife’s marriage seems happy and Life Itself can bring tears
There’s also a muddled children’s film about a house haunted by a clock and a teen film about girls who fight back
Volkmar Richter
Sep 20th, 2018
Reviews of Moonrise Kingdom, Snow White, Bernie, Piranha 3DD and more, including two gems
Young love and old love contrast and compete in Wes Anderson’s quirky new film, Moonrise Kingdom.
Volkmar Richter
May 31st, 2012
Best new movies to see in Vancouver this weekend
Starbuck is a Canadian film well worth celebrating. It played at VIFF and is now in general release.
Volkmar Richter
Oct 14th, 2011
The Hangover Part II, Kung Fu Panda 2, Meek’s Cutoff, and more
The wolfpack is loose again for another bachelor weekend. But The Hangover Part II doesn’t compare well with the first. (Read more)
Volkmar Richter
May 27th, 2011
True Grit with Jeff Bridges, Rabbit Hole with Nicole Kidman and some old and new treats for the holidays
Jeff Bridges takes on a role that once belonged to John Wayne. How is the new True Grit by the Coen Brothers? (read more)
Volkmar Richter
Dec 23rd, 2010