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This week’s titles at the Irish Film Institute from Friday, 10th February 2023 include Eo and Women Talking. Read on for a selection of reviews or pop in to make up your own mind!
“A circus donkey embarks on a long, lonely journey, meeting human kindness and cruelty, in this strangely beautiful Oscar contender.” 4/5 – The Guardian
“A beguiling and often brutal look at the life of a donkey, this hijacks your heart, your mind, your ears and your eyes from start to finish.” 5/5 – Empire
“This donkey road movie is a unique mix of the absurd and the profound.” 4.5/5 – The Irish Times
“Vivid meditation on power through the eyes of a donkey.” – The Financial Times
“Soulful and mysterious, this donkey odyssey is an unforgettable experience.” 5/5 – Time Out
“Vibe-heavy take on Bresson’s Au Hasard Balthzar, but very much it’s own eccentric thing.” – Little White Lies
“Timely political parable with a stellar ensemble cast.” – The New York Times
“One of the films in 2023 that’s worth shouting about.” 5/5 – RTÉ
“A remarkable ensemble of performers unite for this combustible, timely chamber-piece that hails the return of Polley as an ambitious and empirical filmmaker.” 4/5 – Empire
“Rage and reason in the face of ungodly acts.” – The Financial Times
“This meditation on abuse and survival deserves the Best Picture Oscar.” 5/5 – The Independent
BLUE ROAD – THE EDNA O’BRIEN STORY 16:00
EAFFI DISCOVERIES – GREEN WAVE 18.20
HOLY COW 13:50
MOTEL DESTINO 13:10, 20:45
PARTHENOPE 15:40
RIEFENSTAHL 18:10
THE PENGUIN LESSONS 15:50
THE RETURN 20:35
THE WEDDING BANQUET 13:20, 18:30, 20:50
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