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"This endearing post-apocalyptic romantic adventure never puts a foot wrong." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jul 2, 2008
 
WALL-E (2008)96%
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"Akin's visual style is both moody and fluid, catching the emotional layers of each scene without sentimentalising anything" -- Film Threat
Posted May 22, 2008
 
The Edge of Heaven (2008)90%
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"One of [Van Sant's] most razor-sharp films, with an involving plot, solidly realistic characters and exquisite cinematography." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Aug 30, 2007
 
Paranoid Park (2008)74%
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"Combining vivid characters with a fresh story, this is one of Pixar's best films yet." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 12, 2007
 
Ratatouille (2007)95%
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"A powerful look at the quirks of human nature, weaving in a subtle but overwhelmingly powerful political message." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted May 23, 2007
 
Golden Door (2007)71%
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"Alongside the witty tone, the film is brilliantly well-paced and technically exquisite." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted May 23, 2007
 
Ten Canoes (2007)98%
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"Despite a glacial exterior, this fine film holds us in its relentless grip." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Mar 17, 2007
 
Jindabyne (2007)66%
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"Owes a heavy debt to the original version, but this is a masterpiece all its own." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 5, 2006
 
The Departed (2006)92%
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"This futuristic London thriller is so well filmed and acted that it grabs hold of us and never lets go." -- FilmFocus
Posted Sep 30, 2006
 
Children of Men (2006)92%
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"Simply brilliant." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Sep 23, 2006
 
Shortbus (2006)65%
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"It plays out in such a shockingly authentic way that we feel like we're right there. And what makes this film vitally important is the way it challenges us to examine ourselves without ever making a big statement." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted May 4, 2006
 
United 93 (2006)91%
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"A slow-burning, deeply disturbing fable that needs to be seen and discussed" -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 27, 2005
 
Manderlay (2006)50%
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"Elegant, simple, profoundly intelligent filmmaking that gauges the story impeccably." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Sep 15, 2005
 
A History of Violence (2005)87%
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"Yes, it's pretty hilarious, but it's also delightfully deranged in all the best ways." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Aug 26, 2005
 
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)83%
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"One of the most gripping and powerfully moving thrillers in memory; absolutely everything about this film works." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Aug 26, 2005
 
The Constant Gardener (2005)84%
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"One of the most startlingly effective political films in memory--gripping, entertaining, devastating." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Feb 26, 2005
 
Machuca (2005)89%
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"So full of heart and soul that you can actually feel it becoming a classic while you're watching it." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 20, 2004
 
The Incredibles (2004)97%
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"One of the most beautifully moving wuxia films you'll ever see." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 19, 2004
 
House of Flying Daggers (2004)88%
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"Mike Leigh is still making films that bristle with honesty and life, fearlessly tackling issues that other filmmakers won't touch." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 6, 2004
 
Vera Drake (2004)92%
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"Thoroughly entertaining and deeply moving--a vital historical document with something important to say." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jun 19, 2004
 
The Motorcycle Diaries (2004)83%
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"One of the most beautiful period films in recent memory, made with no pretension or overstatement to tell a deeply personal story." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Mar 22, 2004
 
Twilight Samurai (2004)98%
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"So impeccably and artfully done that we can hardly breathe, immobilised by emotion, suspense, the sheer spectacle, the intimate drama." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 12, 2003
 
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)94%
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"This is one of the most realistic depictions of an American high school ever put on screen, mostly because these are real highschoolers, not 20-something Hollywood actors." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Nov 2, 2003
 
Elephant (2003)71%
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"Uncompromising filmmaking that's both artistic and powerfully entertaining." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Nov 1, 2003
 
Dogville (2003)71%
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"Cleverly and joyfully blurs the lines of real life with various dramatised versions of it." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Aug 28, 2003
 
American Splendor (2003)94%
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"Forges an all new narrative and visual style that's so winning it lingers in the mind long after the credits roll." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Aug 14, 2003
 
The Triplets of Belleville (2003)94%
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"Harsh and extremely shocking. And also one of the most moving and forceful films of the year. " -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Nov 14, 2002
 
City of God (2003)92%
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"Nothing short of genius, a film of near flawless perfection that addresses its themes with an unspoken subtlety and features revelatory, heart-stopping performances." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jan 23, 2003
 
Far From Heaven (2002)91%
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" This film is remarkable in so many ways that it almost overwhelms you as a moviegoer. From the tricky weave of narrative strands to the knock-out performances, this is a beautifully realised film featuring themes that get way beneath the skin." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jan 16, 2003
 
The Hours (2002)80%
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"Another stunner of a film." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 16, 2002
 
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)96%
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"This is one of those rare blockbusters that satisfies both in its big spectacle and in the small, intimate moments." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jun 20, 2002
 
Minority Report (2002)92%
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" The first part of the long-awaited trilogy is here, and Kiwi director Jackson somehow manages to exceed expectations with one of the most astonishing action epics in memory." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jun 20, 2002
 
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)92%
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"It's impossible to guess what the Coen brothers will come up with next, and little could prepare us for this offbeat 1940s noir drama shot in full period style. But it's a complete and utter triumph." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
The Man Who Wasn't There (2001)80%
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"It should be mandatory viewing for absolutely everyone ... especially those involved in the war on drugs." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
Traffic (2000)92%
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"From the opening moment we know we're in the hands of gifted, assured, focussed filmmakers." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
American Beauty (1999)89%
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No article or quote available -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Nov 21, 2003
 
The Red Squirrel (1993)n/a
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"The story is utterly devastating, but it is lifted and made accessible by the combination of cinematic ingenuity and astonishingly real performances." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Jun 15, 2002
 
Amadeus (1984)97%
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"Quite possibly the funniest spoof of all time." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
This Is Spinal Tap (1984)96%
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"This is Spielberg's masterpiece, a near perfect film directed with astonishing skill and unafraid to get sentimental ... without crossing the line into syrup." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Aug 12, 2002
 
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)98%
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"It still has the power to scare the life out of us." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Oct 3, 2003
 
Alien (1979)97%
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"Coppola's direction is impeccable, capturing both the intimate detail, overarching spectacle and layered depth of meaning, often all in one shot." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
Apocalypse Now (1979)98%
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"Arguably Hollywood's finest noir thriller." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Apr 1, 2004
 
Chinatown (1974)100%
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"A bracing, gorgeous combination of beefcake images, artworld photography and experimental cinema that's essential for any true film fan." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Apr 4, 2007
 
Pink Narcissus (1971)n/a
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"Jarring, uncomfortable, surprisingly moving and ultimately unforgettable." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
A Clockwork Orange (1971)90%
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"One of the finest sex-and-politics thrillers ever made, blending sharp humour with riveting suspense." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Feb 29, 2008
 
The Conformist (1970)100%
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"One of the most influential films of the past 40 years gets the spit and polish for a reissue -- and it still hasn't aged at all." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
A Hard Day's Night (1964)100%
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"Quite simply one of the finest comic romances ever made." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
The Apartment (1960)90%
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"Packed with astonishing dialog and bristly performances, this is essential cinema." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Apr 18, 2005
 
Anatomy of a Murder (1959)100%
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"Manages to be a complete winner on every level." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Sep 26, 2002
 
Some Like It Hot (1959)97%
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"Welles' outlandish visual talent is on full display as he puts noir movie conventions through the wringer and creates one of the most terrifyingly seedy yet utterly compelling films ever made." -- Shadows on the Wall
Posted Dec 10, 2001
 
Touch of Evil (1958)94%

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