‘Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliché’ reviewed
❉ We review the long-awaited punk pioneer profile following its World Premiere at Glasgow Film Festival.
Month: February 2021
Bernice Summerfield: The Tree of Life
❉ Lisa Bowerman remains both a fantastic narrator and a fantastic Bernice, writes Kevin Burnard.
Glittery Obituary: ‘Oh! You Pretty Things’
❉ From grungy pub rock to effete balladry, this is a glam rock grand slam for the hardcore.
‘Bella in the Wych Elm’ reviewed
❉ We look at the award-winning West Midlands folk horror short, back in a brand new re-mastered cut.
‘The Writer with No Hands’ reviewed
❉ This engrossing film investigating the death of Hollywood screenwriter Gary DeVore sucks the viewer in.
‘Settlement’: Strawbs Talk with Dave Cousins
❉ James R Turner reviews the stalwarts’ latest album and chats with founder member David Cousins.
Alfred The Great! ‘Pennyworth’ Series 1
❉ With season 2 round the corner, an appreciation of the first series of Alfred Pennyworth’s early adventures.
Guilty Pleasure: ‘Classix Nouveaux: The Liberty Recordings’
❉ 40 years on from their first hit single ‘Guilty’, Sal Solo and friends’ music still holds up, writes Ian Harris.
‘EXIT’ Director Michael Fausti Talks
❉ We talk with indie filmmaker Michael Fausti about his award-winning film EXIT, and his influences and inspirations.
Alex Winter’s ZAPPA is available now
❉ Years-in-the-making, director Alex Winter’s film explores Zappa’s prolific career and his extraordinary personal and political life.