Reviews by Symon Parsons

Order by: Date, A–Z

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  My Heart (2000)

  Review preview for My Heart

  A lyrical and tender film.

  Tragic story sees a woman recall her life.
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  Love, Honour And Obey (2000)

  Review preview for Love, Honour And Obey

  This is an entertaining film, but it's all over the place.

  Cockney gangland drama shows business and buddies don't mix.
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  The Gleaners And I (2000)

  Review preview for The Gleaners And I

  A journey to places you'd never go, to see things you'd never expect to find.

  Director Agnes Varda goes in search of those who live on what others leave behind.
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  Koroshi (2000)

  Review preview for Koroshi

  Although the bright, snow-covered world is far removed from classic noir, it is the perfect setting to express the cold heart of Hawazaki's wife.

  After losing his job, Hawazaki becomes a paid assassin of other unemployed men.
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  House On Haunted Hill (1999)

  Review preview for House On Haunted Hill

  Horrendous nonsense, the basic moral of which is that you shouldn't wear a cravat unless you're Jason King.

  A millionaire offers $1 million to anyone who can spend the night in a haunted asylum.
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  Hollow Man (2000)

  Review preview for Hollow Man

  The word 'restraint' is to Paul Verhoeven what 'talent' is to Steps.

  Modern take on the Invisible Man sees Kevin Bacon do a disappearing act.
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  Donnie Brasco (1997)

  Review preview for Donnie Brasco

  I think this is the best film made about the Mafia.

  An FBI man faces conflicted loyalties after infiltrating the mob.
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  De Grote Vakantie (2000)

  Review preview for De Grote Vakantie

  In dwelling on the incidentals, we do get a sense of walking in Van Der Keuken's footsteps; but it also weakens the film.

  Documentary following the director's battle with prostate cancer.
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  Billy Elliot (1999)

  Review preview for Billy Elliot

  Lee Hall's multi-faceted script manages to open up the story behind the strike, touches on sexuality and expression through art while appearing to be just telling a damn good story.

  Young lad from up north finds freedom through ballet.