Based on the real life and times of Irishman Jimmy Gralton, veteran director Ken Loach’s latest film Jimmy’s Hall constitutes a heartfelt if one-sided portrait of a man and his struggle for freedom against the oppression of Church and State.
The Wonders (Le meraviglie)
Alice Rohrwacher’s Grand Prix-winning film comes to the Festival circuit with a very strong reputation, and it impresses as a touching family story that is intimately and masterfully told.
The Salt of the Earth
Wim Wenders’ latest Cannes-selected documentary The Salt of the Earth constitutes a visually arresting and moving portrait of Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, co-directed by his son, Juliano Ribeiro Salgado.