In some ways I can see why 12 Years A Slave is viewed as ‘revolutionary’ by critics and audiences alike but in all honesty I don’t think I’m ready to jump on the bandwagon. The film is being lauded and praised for a variety of reasons; it’s a beautifully visceral drama wonderfully directed by Steve … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2014
The Elephant in the Room…The Subject of Slavery and it’s place in the Public Consciousness
For some reason I have been dreading writing a review of 12 Years A Slave ever since my first viewing way back on an October morning (yes, I’ve seen this film multiple times). It was one of those films where I just didn’t think I could find the words to articulate my feelings towards it … Continue reading