On this week’s podcast we contextualize Philippa Lowthorpe’s new film Misbehaviour as part of a trend of British social activism films starring amazing ensemble casts. We discuss complicating history to move beyond just feel good films, why these films are particularly popular in Britain, and many of our favourite actors.
7 must see Canadian shorts at TIFF ’20
The TIFF ’20 Short Cuts programme is as strong as it’s ever been in 2020, particularly the Canadian shorts. Discover the best of the bunch…
13 exciting emerging actors at TIFF ’20
Who are the acting stars of tomorrow? Seventh Row reads the tea leaves at TIFF ’20, praising Leslie Odom Jr., Vanessa Kirby, and more…
Ep. 56: In Bed With Victoria and Sibyl: Justine Triet’s women on the verge
This week on the podcast we look at Justine Triet’s two films, In Bed With Victoria and Sibyl. We discuss how Triet’s blending of multiple genres emphasizes the multiple facets of a character’s life, and more.
The 20 best films of 2020 (so far)
Before festival season shakes things up, here are the best films of 2020 so far, as chosen by the Seventh Row editorial team.
Ep. 55: Comparing adaptations of The Secret Garden
The newest adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s novel The Secret Garden recently hit VOD. In this episode, we explore how Marc Munden’s new film takes a substantially different approach than Agnieszka Holland’s beautiful 1993 version.