The Playlist:
Earlier this week our own Oli Lyttelton argued persuasively for the value of the awards season, despite the fashion for rolling one’s eyes and sighing about it. And really, however much resigned tutting we might want to do, the fact is that over the next few months, we will be discussing a parade of quality films, many from our favorite directors, which makes a nice change from discussing the bottom-line box-office takes of the most recent flat-pack blockbuster to feature shots of people walking away from exploding things. Of course, half the time that discussion is marked by negativity -- as in, why isn’t X brilliant film (oh, let’s say “Two Days, One Night”) figuring in the race when it’s so clearly superior to Y obvious awards bait? -- but even if it’s to point out injustices, we’re getting to jaw about some great films. So no complaints.
Fight For Paradise Review: This reality show is nothing new but there are so many uncomfortable moments that will definitely give you the ick.
Bros Review: The series, as the title suggests, is about two adult men who want to behave like children and we are not here for that.
Going Home With Tyler Cameron Review: This is a simple, no-nonsense but cliched watch, with Cameron's boyish charms taking centre stage.
Phoenix's "Inherent Vice" - I just admire the actors way of performing and hope that he gets yet another Oscar nod.
I agree with all the films on the list tho, as it is hard to predict the favorites before we get a bit closer to the awards season.