Does the Filmmaker have a Moral Responsibility?

July 1st, 2011

This question was posed by Ronan at Filmplicity Ronan’s point of view is that yes, a filmmaker does have a moral responsibility, “but whether he wants to exercise it is up to his own discretion”. I have a number of issues with this answer, though more-so with the question. One definition of morality states: “A [...]


127 Hours

January 25th, 2011

While certain areas of the story were undoubtedly made from nothing, elaborated and dramatised for the sake of cinema — aren’t they all? — I didn’t think it was out of place, indeed 127 Hours is a truly brilliant film. Terrify, excruciating, thought-provoking and beautiful. If you were dying, while still being a good person, [...]


[Guest Post] The Hurt Locker Review

April 6th, 2010

The following is a review from Ronan Wright, who has started writing movie reviews over on the newly created Filmplicity.com. Obsessed with film, Ronan knows what he likes, and indeed what he doesn’t, this he’ll share. A rediscovered love of writing, and the blog was born. Various film festivals and Northern Ireland screenings and events [...]


Spoiler Alert

April 1st, 2010

“Spoiler is slang for any element of any summary or description of any piece of fiction that reveals any plot element which will give away the outcome of a dramatic episode within the work of fiction, or the conclusion of the entire work.” — Wikipedia. We have an obsession with finding out the ending before [...]


Exit; Street Art

March 12th, 2010

Graffiti or Art It’s been a question of debate for many years — for some there is simply no right answer. However, if the legendary Banksy was caught creating one of his “master pieces”, which would no doubt sell for thousands, he would likely be accosted, abused and potentially remanded by authorities. Regardless of its [...]