Children Of A Lesser God Sat 30/6 TG4 @ 21.25
Sarah is a deaf woman who has decided to work at her old school rather than leave it. James is a new speech teacher at the school. There's chemistry there but past trauma gets in the way. A tender love story that is slightly dated in places but powerhouse acting from Marlee Matlin and William Hurt as the leads carries everything along. Deaf in real life actress Matlin won best actress at the Oscars for her role and thoroughly deserved it.
Green Room Sat 30/6 Film4 @ 22.45
A young punk band's night descends into chaos when they unwittingly play a gig at a neo-nazi club and stumble upon the aftermath of a crime. The late and much missed Anton Yelchin headlines this blisteringly violent thriller from director Jeremy Saulnier. It's tough going but stick with it. Blackly funny, excruciatingly brutal and a frightening insight into a scary American subculture. Great backup from Patrick Stewart and Imogen Poots too.
Into The Woods Sun 1/7 BBC2 @ 17.30
Do you like the Grimm brothers fairy tales ye all read as a child? Ever wondered what a modern twist on them would be like? If so this is a film for you. A baker is tasked by a witch with collecting famous fairytale items for her evil purposes. A dark and fun film sprinkled with music and fine performances from Meryl Streep, Anna Kendrick, Emily Blunt and if you can take him, James Corden.
The Last Starfighter Mon 2/7 Syfy @ 21.00
A slice of gloriously entertaining 1980's cheese here, ropey special effects and all. Alex is an expert gamer and after he defeats a computer game he finds himself transported into space and on his way to the adventure of a lifetime. This is a super watch and yes it does wear it's influences very much on it's sleeve but you'll be enjoying yourself too much to care. Lance Guest as Alex is fun.
Locke Mon 2/7 TG4 @ 21.30
On the eve of a momentous job challenge a man receives a phone call that makes everything else pale into insignificance. Your enjoyment of this film will very much depend on whether you like Tom Hardy or not but there's no denying he is immense in this economical and nail biting thriller about a race against time.
Fearless Mon 2/7 TCM @ 23.05
Max has survived a plane crash without a scratch. He feels invincible and but can't get on with anyone in his life anymore. The only other person he can relate to is her, who also survived bit is wounded in other ways. Jeff Bridges is amazing in a film that delves into the effects of grief in a way few others ever have. Rosie Perez as Carla plays a beautiful part. A seriously underrated film that deserves to be seen.
Stalag 17 Tues 3/7 Film4 @ 11.00
American P.O.W.'s in a German war camp keep having their escape plans scuppered and one man finds himself being blamed for the leak. Yeah it sounds like an odd proposition for a comedy but director Billy Wilder somehow makes it work. A very entertaining film filled with darkish laughs and a top notch performance from William Holden as the accused man holds it all together perfectly.
The Evil Dead Wed 4/7 The Horror Channel @ 23.00
5 teenagers go to a cabin in the woods and inadvertently unleash hell when they read from an ancient book. Sam Raimi's 1981 debut is a brutal, primal beast of a film. The special effects may make you laugh now but there's no mistaking Raimi's intent here, he wants to scare you and scare you he will. But you'll laugh too. Uproariously at times. Bruce Campbell is an excellent lead and creates a character that is enduring to this day.
Drums Along The Mohawk Thurs 5/7 Film4 @ 16.40
Gil and Lana are newlyweds and trying to build a life for themselves in the Mohawk Valley. However the revolutionary war is about to kick off and scupper their plan's. John Ford's 1939 war movie is a beaut. Full of romance, fantastic acting and full on war scenes whilst still managing to slot in a welcome thread of humour too. Henry Fonda and Claudette Colbert as the leads are perfect.
Peggy Sue Got Married Fri 6/7 RTE1 @ 23.45
Peggy Sue is going through a bad patch in life and when she collapses at her high school reunion she finds herself with a once in a lifetime chance to re-do her entire existence. Peggy Turner is great as the lead in this charming, funny and bittersweet comedy about life's regrets and taking chances. An early part for Nicholas Cage too gives an inkling of how crazy his performances would become in later years.
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