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Filmotomy is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer® when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Alix Turner, Anna Miller, Audrey Fox, Bianca Garner, Carson Timar, Fiona Underhill.

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La Chimera (2023) Fiona Underhill La Chimera unveils its secrets slowly, like an opening flower. Josh O'Connor's elusive protagonist is the chimera – an illusion who is just out of our reach. We can project our own dreams and desires onto him, even if he is not made for our human eyes.
Posted Nov 13, 2024  Edit critic review
The Fight (2018) Bianca Garner The Fight is not formulated well enough to be a great film, but it is still a great example of what vast potential Jessica Hynes holds as a filmmaker.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Possession (1981) Bianca Garner The film is essentially about the war between the sexes and the destructive nature of love.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Possum (2018) Bianca Garner Atmosphere is well constructed, but never realizes the horrifying final confrontation with repressed trauma which is somewhat a letdown...the screenplay feels a little underdeveloped and sparse in places, and at some points the film feels stuck on repeat.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Leave No Trace (2018) Bianca Garner The build-up to this climax is slow but is masterfully done without being too sentimental, and Granik seems to understand how to deliver an emotional moment without being manipulative.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Dark Money (2018) Bianca Garner An intelligent piece of investigative journalism and an educational journey back into the past...
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They Shall Not Grow Old (2018) Bianca Garner Historical and educational, They Shall Not Grow Old, is a must see, thought-provoking documentary.
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Three Identical Strangers (2018) Bianca Garner Three Identical Strangers is a documentary that is both entertaining and highly informative, giving us a unique insight into what it means to have our own sense of identity and personality.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Hal (2018) Bianca Garner Hal is a documentary that helps to remind us to stick to the man and to keep fighting for art even if it means going up against the big studio executives.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Filmworker (2017) Bianca Garner If you're a Kubrick fan then you must see this film, but even if you're not a fan of Kubrick's work then it is still a rewarding experience...
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
The Raft (2018) Bianca Garner The Raft is a powerful documentary…a fascinating insight into one man's determination to get results and assert his authority.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Half the Picture (2018) Bianca Garner Adrion talks to an array of successful women directors about their career paths, their struggles, their inspiration, and their hopes for the future, allowing viewers to get a truly insightful look into the situation in the Hollywood film industry.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018) Bianca Garner The documentary is a love letter to a man who helped shape a generation of children, and it should be seen to remind us all that love will always triumph hate.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
A Star Is Born (2018) Bianca Garner Despite terrific performances by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, as well as sublime original music by its stars, A Star is Born simply didn't resonate with me like its contemporaries...
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
The Dawn Wall (2017) Bianca Garner The Dawn Wall is a very strong documentary; when we are up there on the wall with the two climbers, but it does take a while to find its footing.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
RBG (2018) Bianca Garner Both West and Cohen have managed to do a grand job. A fine love letter to a woman who has had a significant impact on America.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Lizzie (2018) Bianca Garner Lizzie is a decent film, but it takes a long time to get to the juicy parts. Perhaps this story is best being adapted as a miniseries on so we can spend more time with this fascinating character.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Irréversible (2002) Bianca Garner Noé is a director who understands how to cojur up a reaction from the audience, and he understands the power of film. His films aren't always the easiest or the most enjoyable to watch, but I can appreciate the work that has gone into creating them.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
An Open Secret (2014) Bianca Garner It leaves you shocked and haunted by the abuse that is described. These are the stories that we know about, but one suspects that it is only the tip of the iceberg.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Mr. Fish: Cartooning From the Deep End (2017) Bianca Garner A very funny and well-crafted documentary...
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The Guilty (2018) Bianca Garner Playing out in ‘real’ time, the film feels refreshing and unpredictable. We almost forget that this is a film, and not real life unfolding before our very eyes. Please remember, that this is just a film and don’t forget to breathe.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Piercing (2018) Bianca Garner Piercing may not be the film for everyone (the violence and tone may offend some), but it is worth seeking out if you're a fan of late 70s/early 80s horror. Stylish, darkly funny, and truly depraved, Piercing is the definition of a cult classic.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Free Solo (2018) Bianca Garner The last act of this film is so tense, that it is almost hard to describe. The theatre was silent, as all of the audience held their breath, watching in awe as Honnold began his climb.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Climax (2018) Bianca Garner There is so much potential here, and it's so frustrating that Noé didn't go even further. Apparently, Climax was shot with only a 5 page long script and it shows.
Posted Oct 11, 2024  Edit critic review
Wild (2018) Bianca Garner Sauvage is a film that could have been exploitive and melodramatic, but Vidal-Naquet’s direction and his script, helps keep the film grounded in a sense of realism.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Destination: Dewsbury (2018) Bianca Garner Spring has an abundance of talent, and is destined to become a major British director. This is a director and writer who understands what makes good comedy, and appreciates the craft.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Taxi Driver (1976) Bianca Garner Bickle was a warning to all of us, on what can occur if we push people to the edges of society.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
A Short Film About Killing (1988) Bianca Garner We should all admire the impact of this film. Kieslowski’s graphic depiction of the effects of violence so deeply affected the Polish authorities that they declared a five-year moratorium on capital punishment.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
The Double Life of Veronique (1991) Bianca Garner Each shot feels like a painting.
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If... (1968) Bianca Garner Despite the film being very much of its era, there is a strong sense that it exists in a world outside the constraints of time.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Three Colors: Blue (1993) Bianca Garner Kieślowski makes it feel like a dream, that is slowly fading away from memory.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Three Colors: White (1993) Bianca Garner Overall, White is often regarded as the weakest film in the trilogy, but that is hardly fair. White has a lot to analyse and a lot of themes to discuss. This is a highly enjoyable film, set in a bleak world, where things aren’t in black and white.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Three Colors: Red (1994) Bianca Garner It is a warning of what may come if we isolate ourselves from others and cut off communication.
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Maps to the Stars (2014) Bianca Garner Moore manages to capture this lost, lonely, and damaged individual without every being too heavy-handed in her approach.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Under the Silver Lake (2018) Bianca Garner There’s a lot to unpack with Under the Silver Lake, and this is why I regard it as an interesting film despite its flaws. Given time, I believe this film could go on to be taken far more seriously...
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Burning (2018) Bianca Garner Burning still holds up to multiple viewings, because it’s not really about one particular mystery regarding a missing young woman. The film is dealing with a much bigger mystery…what is our purpose in life?
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Falling Down (1993) Bianca Garner Its technical aspects along with Douglas’ performance are praise worthy. There is so much to admire from a screenwriting perspective as it pulls you instantly into this world...
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Breaking the Waves (1996) Bianca Garner Breaking the Waves is hardly an easy watch. But, it’s a powerful film which stays with you long after it has finished. I never quite know what I am going to get with a Lars von Trier film, and there’s something so exciting about that.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Valley of the Dolls (1967) Bianca Garner This isn’t a complete disaster of a film that the likes of Roger Ebert would make you believe. And there are highs and lows with this film...
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Elephant (2003) Bianca Garner Elephant is still very relevant and remains one of the most impactful films of the 21st Century.
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A Brilliant Monster (2018) Bianca Garner This film may not be to everyone’s tastes, hard-core horror fans may be put off by the lack of gore, and I feel that some may not get the film’s dark humor. Still, this is a very original film, which has a great central performance.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Cool Hand Luke (1967) Bianca Garner Cool Hand Luke has one of cinema’s best character introductions and film openings.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
Like Father, Like Son (2013) Bianca Garner Every time I watch a Kore-eda film, it feels like a good therapy session. At the end of his films we feel like we have grown alongside these characters.
Posted Oct 07, 2024  Edit critic review
Sex, Lies, and Videotape (1989) Bianca Garner Graham is an oddball, but you can't help but admire his bohemian, laid back approach to life.
Posted Oct 07, 2024  Edit critic review
Mine 9 (2019) Bianca Garner A film which will resonate with many individuals who live in these rural areas of America. However, the film’s powerful message about survival and the bond between family will prove to be something that viewers from all walks of life will connect with.
Posted Oct 04, 2024  Edit critic review
The Secret Garden (1993) Bianca Garner Roger Deakins’ photography captures the beauty and the awe of the house and the garden, making for a truly immersive viewing experience.
Posted Oct 04, 2024  Edit critic review
The Piano (1993) Bianca Garner The Piano remains a masterpiece, thanks to Campion's remarkable direction. It is also worth mentioning Michael Nyman's sweeping score, and Stuart Dryburgh's gorgeous cinematography capturing the beauty and the awe of the New Zealand landscape.
Posted Oct 04, 2024  Edit critic review
Bad Education (2019) Bianca Garner Bad Education helps to present us with very flawed, and very real people who are as layered as the film’s plot.
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The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017) Bianca Garner To Lanthimos, justice is messy and complicated. In real life, there are very little winners, but there are many losers.
Posted Oct 04, 2024  Edit critic review
The Skin I Live In (2011) Bianca Garner Banderas’ Ledgard is charismatic, sinister and full of deep rooted rage. Banderas’ performance is very remisicitant of Cary Grant in Suspicion (1941), but our suspicions of Ledgard is very much justified in The Skin I Live In.
Posted Oct 04, 2024  Edit critic review
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