Movie reviews of Filipe Freitas

A colombian childhood drama where the horrors of war are shared with the pleasures of playing soccer. Review

Although the strong performances and eminent tension involved, there were a few staged situations (including the end) which did not enhance the final result. Curious enough to worth a look regardless the final impression that could have been better explored. Review

This plot could be true and it is from here that comes its main strength. Review

Alrick Brown chooses not to emphasize the atrocities but the effort of some in doing good actions. However this is less challenging than Hotel Rwanda or Munyurangabo and as a consequence it stays a few steps below them. Review

It still remains a haunting film. Review

Sometimes ridicule, sometimes bold, the expressed skills weren’t enough to get on my mind. Review

A well made satire about ambition and obsession in a literate jewish family. With a confident direction and great moments of nervous tension we are before an odd, subtle and precise caricature of a father and son searching for recognition. Review

A boring and pretentious movie inspired by the 9/11 events. Review

A well cooked up dark tale though not so enthusiastic as expected. Review

Despite some manipulations to please the masses it delivers some joy through funny situations. Great soundtrack (especially by Kool and the Gang) also helps. Without being great it guarantees a good dose of entertainment. Review

The scariest part was the plane crash. All the rest was just cliché stuff decorated with very bad dialogs. Not recommended. Review

João Canijo does a wonderful job in direction, the acting is sensational and the compelling script evolves to an unexpected and shocking final. Review

The movie tends to be scattered in the first 40 minutes. When it tries to get right back on track it is too late. The story is consistent and it’s visible the concern of being truthful to the facts. The problem is in the way it was done. Using the same old conventional approach it wasn’t able to be catchy. Review

Nevertheless the conflicts shown are realistic and little by little we become getting fond of Joe May. Review

The tough environment these people live are evident - they all seemed detached and somehow lost, having trouble in exteriorize their affections. Without a main character it has the ability of never losing interest. Review

A very smart movie that features loneliness, immaturity and frustration (all quite common these days!) disguised with light touches of dark humor. Charlize Theron has a terrific performance as a disturbingly depressive woman. Review

A creative story that somehow turns out to be forgettable. The repressed Nannerl never clearly emerge with her emotions and as consequence the movie never gets close to its potential. Review

Definitely not for everyone - minimal story; very slow pace. Could have had a bit more of excitement but it’s still worth for its realism and authenticity. Review

I usually don’t like this kind of movies (about catastrophes) but this one has something more. It takes good advantage of psychological factor and can deliver real panic and stressful situations. The cold and determined character played by Michael Shannon is excellent and enough to keep us startled till the final revelation. Review

A very detailed investigation of a murder is the excuse to disclose the different characters of the people involved – suspects, police officers, doctor and prosecutor. A cynical criticism is used to denounce fragilities in the turkish police and medical procedures. Review

Every frame is like a painting made with brush strokes of grotesque and profanity. As in most of his movies, the adopted style and mood are not easy to assimilate at once, whereas its creative approach has something to say in a time where fresh new ideas are very welcomed. Review

Despite some irrelevant scenes and an unfinished story, Terraferma is worth seeing for its cinematography and to better understand the different sides taken by the inhabitants that live mostly from fishery and tourist activities. Review

A documentary presenting a few british gangsters boasting about deeds that they shouldn't be proud of. Sometimes is funny. Review

A too dense content and the uncountable connections become a bit hard to follow if you're not attentive. Even so I watched it with curiosity. Review