Film Dramas

This Rodrigo Garcia-directed drama examines the life of an Irish woman posing as a man to survive in 19th century Ireland.

Jan 26, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

A slow burning family drama with excellent performances, but is The Descendants a worthy best film award winner?

Jan 22, 2012 - Keith Lawrence

George Clooney co-stars and directs this somewhat over hyped political drama about a promising democratic candidate who isn't all he seems to be. 3/5

Jan 21, 2012 - Dominic Messier

A smart, wry, quick-fire screwball comedy: it may not be particularly memorable, but Carnage is nevertheless highly entertaining.

Jan 21, 2012 - Keith Lawrence

Steve McQueen's Shame is a fascinating masterpiece, one of the year's best movies, featuring electric performances by Michael Fassbender & Carey Mulligan.

Jan 10, 2012 - Brian Rowe

Roman Polanski's newest film Carnage pits Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz against Jodie Foster and John C. Reilly in this delicious black comedy.

Jan 9, 2012 - Brian Rowe

Carey Mulligan co-stars in this sexually explicit dramatic story by writer-director Steve McQueen.

Jan 4, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Angelina Jolie's directorial debut film is set against the backdrop of the Bosnian War.

Dec 23, 2011 - Francine Brokaw

After the critical and financial failure of Speed 2, Sandra Bullock needed a career make-over. Hope Floats marked her meatiest dramatic role to date.

Dec 17, 2011 - Brian Rowe

George Clooney stars in Alexander Payne's first feature film in seven years. Is it worthy of all the praise it's been receiving?

Dec 16, 2011 - Brian Rowe

A quiet, slow behind-the-scenes expose of election campaigning, The Ides of March sadly fails to ignite.

Dec 4, 2011 - Keith Lawrence

Australian director Fred Schepisi's look at ageing and family ties entertains, appalls and provokes. Charlotte Rampling, Geoffrey Rush and Judy Davis star.

Dec 2, 2011 - Anne Brodie

A beloved courtroom classic takes the lead in this week's offering of high-definition films, followed by a sci-fi tribute to Spielberg and a fun remake.

Nov 27, 2011 - Dominic Messier

Those familiar with Australian horse racing may know of Damien Oliver. This film showcases the devastating and incredible year of 2002 for this jockey.

Nov 23, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Two powerful love stories on different continents and in different eras, linked in a superternatural or primal way, depending on your view.

Nov 17, 2011 - Anne Brodie

Doug McGrath and Jayne Eastwood are the sole survivors of the original foursome that made Goin' Down the Road (1970) such an amazing Canadian film.

Oct 25, 2011 - Anne Brodie

Hamilton born Kathleen Robertson stars in Don Shebib's sequel to Goin' Down the Road, called Down the Road Again. It was a dream come true for her.

Oct 23, 2011 - Anne Brodie

Don Shebib wrote and directed Goin' Down the Road in 1970, one of Canada's most revered films. Thirty years later, he did a sequel.

Oct 23, 2011 - Anne Brodie

Inspirational film Courageous, by Stephen and Alex Kendrick, played in select theatres in North America, bringing a story of faith, family, and fatherhood.

Oct 15, 2011 - Michelle Wright

This is a delightful story of two young kids who have the adventure of a lifetime.

Oct 10, 2011 - Francine Brokaw

This is a political thriller with an impressive cast. The spotlight is on American politics, with George Clooney as the candidate.

Oct 7, 2011 - Francine Brokaw

A washed up fight promoter played by Jackman gets one last chance in the ring and with his long lost son in this dynamic tale of overcoming personal trauma

Oct 6, 2011 - Robert Waldman

Two brothers played by Joel Edgerton and Tom Hardy play fast and loose and wind up in a martial arts showdown in this gutsy tale about family and friends.

Oct 6, 2011 - Robert Waldman

The dirty world of political campaigns explodes with Ryan Gosling a young operative trying to help Governor George Clooney win in this smart realistic story

Oct 6, 2011 - Robert Waldman

A stunt driver played by Ryan Gosling winds up taking on Los Angeles mobsters Albert Brooks and Ron Perlman when he befriends a woman in this intense drama

Oct 6, 2011 - Robert Waldman

Ryan Gosling delivers a stunning performance in Cross Creek/Alliance Films' The Ides of March, directed by George Clooney. 4.5/5

Oct 6, 2011 - Dominic von Riedemann

Fox Searchlight/Alliance's Margaret, starring Anna Paquin and Mark Ruffalo, has a compelling premise but needs a better edit. 2/5

Oct 6, 2011 - Dominic von Riedemann

A powerful story about family, father-son relationships and the journey of life itself, The Way is based on one man's journey along the Camino de Santiago

Oct 6, 2011 - Sanjiva Wijesinha