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Michael Shannon

A touching drama about dementia, a daredevil rock climb and another 007 spoof

Also a teen’s life lessons from skateboarders and a cold war anachronism with submarines
Volkmar RichterOct 25th, 2018

The Hunger Games end right, Brooklyn is sweet, Seth Rogen’s Christmas movie is a hoot

There are also two fine BC documentaries and two sub-standard films from some very big stars.
Volkmar RichterNov 19th, 2015

Peter Pan like never before; our soldiers fighting for Hyena Road and predatory capitalism invading 99 Homes

Also a true heroine named Malala, creepy thrills in Goodnight Mommy and prosecuting war criminals in Labyrinth of Lies
Volkmar RichterOct 8th, 2015

Two sides of the American way: Man of Steel and Dirty Wars. Also, a Spanish Snow White and The East

Superman is back with a new suit and a new attitude
Volkmar RichterJun 13th, 2013

Star Trek is back for the fans; Mud intrigues like a classic; The Iceman chills

The young Mr. Spock and Capt. Kirk and their early adventures in the new Star Trek movie
Volkmar RichterMay 16th, 2013

Hit and Run and Premium Rush, Trump bullies critics, Jane Fonda and Frank Langella play seniors and ghost stories go Boo

They come in pairs this week: two chase movies; two about seniors and two ghost stories.
Volkmar RichterAug 24th, 2012

Tomboy, Café de Flore, Surviving Progress, holiday movies and two festivals

Tomboy is a gentle and wise film about children, gender and finding your own way.
Volkmar RichterDec 2nd, 2011

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 RichterOct 14th, 2011