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  • Amigo (2010)
    Review preview for Amigo

    A beautifully observed study of a small community remaining united in the face of seismic shifts.

    Jeff Robson · 4 out of 5
    Set during the American-Philippine war as the head of a bario has to answer to both the Americans and the Filipino patriots, with deadly consequences.
  • Honeydripper (2007)
    Review preview for Honeydripper

    Although Danny Glover gets first billing and delivers a complex, compelling performance, this is really an ensemble piece, with great work all round.

    Jennie Kermode · 4 out of 5
    The owner of a run-down bar, struggling to compete with the arrival of a jukebox across the road, gambles everything on a star who may not even turn up.
  • Limbo (1999)
    Review preview for Limbo

    John Sayles... ability to create flawed romantics with brooding secrets that lurk in the shadow of danger is remarkable.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 4.5 out of 5
    Ensemble drama about secrets in smalltown Alaska.
  • Silver City (2004)
    Review preview for Silver City

    A monumental bore.

    The Exile · 2.5 out of 5
    Part murder mystery, part political rant, John Sayles goes looking for trouble in Colorado.
  • Sunshine State (2002)
    Review preview for Sunshine State

    The dialogue is sharp, but the mood sombre.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 3.5 out of 5
    Ensemble drama about an undeveloped beach front community facing 'progress'.

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