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Issue 80 / 2015
FILM
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Shakespeare doesn't appeal
to everyone but this visceral
and intensely atmospheric
adaption, which is heavy on the
violence, is a must-watch.
Directed by Justin Kurzel and
adapted by Jacob Koskoff, this
Macbeth may not be one for
purists – Kurzel has juggled
the order of a few scenes and
opens the film with an infant
funeral (which does not appear
in the original) to establish
grief as the catalyst for
Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's
actions. His addition of highly
stylized moments, particularly
in the battle sequences, slowed
the overall pace of the film
but did represent his bold
interpretation of the material
well.
Fassbender and Cotillard have
incredible chemistry and are
definitely the standouts of the
film, but the cinematography
also deserves a mention.
The drama of the Scottish
landscape was beautifully
captured, turning the
Highlands into a character in
themselves.
Kurzel's Macbeth is a gripping
adaption that pulls no punches,
and it looks like it'll be a long
time before it is bettered.
Macbeth
Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard
shine in this latest adaptation
It's too cold for rooftops, so the subterranean screenings return
Cinema is moving underground for
November, with a range of screenings
taking place at the Vaults of Waterloo
Station. Just as with Rooftop Film Club,
the programme is a great mix of classics
and new releases, including Casablanca,
Pulp Fiction, The Big Lebowski, Mad Max:
Fury Road, Amy and Jurassic World.
As well as soaking up the atmosphere of
the Victorian brickwork chambers, you
can also enjoy a cocktail or two from
drinks experts Spirited Mixers and some
of the city's best street food, curated by
Hawksmoor Head Chef Richard Sandiford.
Screenings begin 12th November.
UndergroUnd
FilM clUb is back!
