Media Studies Blog

Little Women Review Greta Gertwig's Little Women is deservedly set to win many Oscars this year(despite not being nominated for Best Female Director), having won many other prestigious awards too. The film's events are set sometime during the 1860's in an America torn my civil war ( however this war is little focused upon). The real story takes place from the perspective of a middle class American family, as four girls look back on their childhood around 10 years earlier as all of the sisters begin to find love. The tone throughout is consistent, charming an audience, despite some upsetting moments. The actors all work hard to portray their characters accurately and with high quality after Gertwig and others adapted the screenplay from the original book. Each character is distinctly different, adding interest to the film as the focus shifts from one character to another. The film is great throughout with accurate set and costume design. Its a film for anyone. 7.5/10

Scott Pilgrim Vs The World Review Edgar Wrights adaptation of Scott Pilgrim Vs The World is arguably one of the best comic adaptations of all time, managing to stay true to the comic format and Pilgrim story while also managing to adapt the story to the big screen. Use of pacing and camera work is also spot on in the film, creating a unique tone not matched in any other movie. The film can seem absurdist to many viewers however its best to go with the flow and enjoy the film, Edgar Wrights clever direction keeps the movie entertaining throughout, as well as the great use of comedy. An annoyingly underappreciated element of the movie is also the original music, adding to the story of the movie, while also being genuinely good. The story is also great, well thought through and again entertaining, what takes place is trippy and absurdist, yet so well executed an audience doesn't question it.As our main character meets the mysterious Ramona Flowers, a while after he meets her the