Traffic: An Allergen of the Body, An Obsession of the Mind
In anticipation of Steven Sodebergh’s swan song, Side Effects (in UK cinemas from March 8th), Joseph McDonagh looks at drug culture in one of Soderbergh’s earlier films, Traffic. Steven Soderbergh’s penultimate film before retirement sees him and writer Scott Z. Burns tackling the largely glossed-over issue of prescription drugs. Disguised in genre make-up, Side Effects questions the implications … Continue reading
British Cinematic Identity: A Gentle Reminder From Powell & Pressburger
Joseph McDonagh takes a look at the state of contemporary British cinema. Do you agree with him? Have your say in the comments section below. Following last year’s passing of Ken Russell it’s impossible not to cast ones mind over the current state of British film and pine for a cinematic magic all too rarely … Continue reading
Kubrick on the Guillotine 