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Francesca Rudkin

Francesca Rudkin's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
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Military Wives (2019) 77% 3/5 EDIT “You know exactly what you're getting with Military Wives, but this doesn't detract from the fun of watching the story unfold.” – New Zealand Herald Mar 12, 2020 Full Review Romeo and Juliet: A Love Song (2013) 4/5 EDIT “[Romeo & Juliet] is a brave piece of film-making for those who appreciate the storytelling magic of music and can't resist the theatrics of a musical.” – New Zealand Herald Feb 7, 2020 Full Review Beats (2019) 97% 4/5 EDIT “Beats doesn't have anything more to say than previous films about dance culture, but with a visual style of its own and excellent music choices, it's a fitting tribute to an era etched in the memory of anyone old enough to have attended.” – New Zealand Herald Feb 6, 2020 Full Review Seberg (2019) 36% EDIT “A stronger focus on Seberg may have made for a more satisfying film.” – New Zealand Herald Jan 30, 2020 Full Review Farming (2018) 55% 2.5/5 EDIT “[T]his important story may have appealed to a broader audience if it wasn't quite so blunt and confrontational.” – New Zealand Herald Nov 22, 2019 Full Review Bellbird (2019) 100% 4/5 EDIT “Bellbird is a joy to watch - a warm, humorous, heartfelt film filled with loss, love and hope that had me laughing out loud one moment, and crying the next.” – New Zealand Herald Nov 7, 2019 Full Review Ride Like a Girl (2019) 68% 3/5 EDIT “While formulaic, at times cheesy, and avoiding much of the controversy that swirls around the racing industry, it's big on determination, grit and passion.” – New Zealand Herald Oct 24, 2019 Full Review Maiden (2018) 98% 4/5 EDIT “[T]his is a thrilling story filled with heart-warming ups and anxiety-inducing downs.” – New Zealand Herald Oct 1, 2019 Full Review High Life (2018) 83% 4/5 EDIT “You really need to see High Life to take in the mix of despair and violence, set against the dream-like, poetic voyage. [Claire] Denis once again confounds with her vision.” – New Zealand Herald Sep 12, 2019 Full Review Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan (2019) 71% EDIT “[F]or those interested in the machinations of warfare Danger Close is an intense, exhausting and visceral experience.” – New Zealand Herald Sep 5, 2019 Full Review Angel Has Fallen (2019) 38% 2.5/5 EDIT “The father/son reunion attempts to add some heart to the chaos but, let's be honest, no one buys a ticket to these films to enjoy the family drama.” – New Zealand Herald Aug 30, 2019 Full Review The Kitchen (2019) 24% 2/5 EDIT “It feels like The Kitchen has been played around with so much that those involved lost sight of the film they set out to make.” – New Zealand Herald Aug 29, 2019 Full Review The Lion King (2019) 52% 3.5/5 EDIT “The Lion King doesn't tug on the heart strings as strongly as you'd expect but the mastery and technical brilliance goes some way in making up for it.” – New Zealand Herald Jul 25, 2019 Full Review Ophelia (2018) 58% 2.5/5 EDIT “A lack of chemistry between characters and the mix of a fairy-tale medieval setting and modern vernacular, which occasionally sounds like it's out of a daytime soap, leaves you scratching your head and wondering what [Claire] McCarthy was hoping for.” – New Zealand Herald Jul 11, 2019 Full Review Little Woods (2018) 95% 4/5 EDIT “Little Woods can be bleak, but it's a good choice if you're looking for some substance among the Hollywood blockbusters out this season.” – New Zealand Herald Jul 2, 2019 Full Review Annabelle Comes Home (2019) 64% 3.5/5 EDIT “If you enjoy the genre, and a yelp, [Annabelle Comes Home] certainly delivers.” – New Zealand Herald Jul 2, 2019 Full Review The Hummingbird Project (2018) 57% 3/5 EDIT “The result is mixed. To the good, this a story told with great attention to detail, and it's worth noting that the documentary style may lead you to think it's based on a real story... On the downside, it's underwhelming.” – New Zealand Herald May 24, 2019 Full Review The Chaperone (2018) 48% 3/5 EDIT “The film might be set in a different period, but its themes resonate today, with Louise and Norma showing the transformation of two quite different women living through a period of cultural change.” – New Zealand Herald May 2, 2019 Full Review The Chills: The Triumph & Tragedy of Martin Phillipps (2019) 100% 4/5 EDIT “This is a story of a musical genius, honest and insightful and beautifully told, and rounded off with stunning images of the local landscape.” – New Zealand Herald May 2, 2019 Full Review Wonder Park (2019) 35% 2.5/5 EDIT “While Wonder Park does the darker moments well, it pales in comparison to Inside Out; lacking depth and memorable characters as it races through action pieces to a predictable ending.” – New Zealand Herald Apr 25, 2019 Full Review Red Joan (2018) 30% 2.5/4 EDIT “A story that could have been thrilling but is instead a nice, repetitive and slightly dull period costume drama. Thank goodness for Dame Judi Dench.” – New Zealand Herald Apr 23, 2019 Full Review Woman at War (2018) 97% 4/5 EDIT “Everything about this film is mesmerising; incredible landscapes, the performance of its lead character, the hipster band, a relevant topic and the idea one person's single-minded pursuit of what they believe in can make a difference.” – New Zealand Herald Apr 4, 2019 Full Review Five Feet Apart (2019) 52% 3/5 EDIT “Richardson and Sprouse are delightful and go a long way to holding together this slightly drawn out romantic drama; their chemistry covering much of the clichés and predictability.” – New Zealand Herald Mar 29, 2019 Full Review A Song of Love (2019) 60% 3.5/5 EDIT “Musicals aren't my thing, but I left this celebration of our music and Kiwi-ness with a smile; it's a delightful romp through the decades and it's easy to get caught up in this bittersweet love story.” – New Zealand Herald Mar 21, 2019 Full Review Swimming With Men (2018) 52% 2.5/5 EDIT “While predictable and a bit flat, it's still an underdog sporting flick, which is the very best kind, so while hardly memorable Swimming with Men manages to be pleasant viewing.” – New Zealand Herald Feb 28, 2019 Full Review
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