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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 10h

#THEATRE #REVIEW at #SiArtsNI - Ottilie.

This "sublime" show, written by Richard Clements and starring Jolene O'Hara, runs in the Studio at the Grand Opera House, Belfast, as part of @belfastfestival.bsky.social #BIAF25 until Friday October 24.

Review here. tinyurl.com/yhy9ws63

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 1d

#Theatre #Review at #SiArtsNI - The Boy Who Kicked Pigs. The @bruiserni.bsky.social production, an "outstandingly accomplished" and "marvellously macabre" show, runs at The MAC, Belfast - @themacbelfast.bsky.social - until Saturday October 18.

Review here. tinyurl.com/nztuj3h

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 7d

It’s odd, but I find it hard to fully love a Zemeckis film from start to finish barring BTTF. Though what I will say is his work after that has great moments, and many of them.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 7d

Even with so many well known actors around her in Baby Boom, she commanded the screen.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 9d

#Theatre #Review at #SiArtsNI - 9 to 5: The Musical.

The “impressive and inspirational” Ulster Operatic Company production runs at The Grand Opera House, Belfast, until Saturday October 11.

Review here. tinyurl.com/27fxvnmp

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 11d

#Theatre #Review at #SiArtsNI - Under The Lights, "a frankly phenomenal experience".

The c21 Theatre Company production runs at the Studio at the The Grand Opera House, Belfast, from Thursday October 9 to Saturday October 11.

Review here. tinyurl.com/3zhkvrpy

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 14d

West Side ‘21 might be my favourite film of the decade. I’d also include The Holdovers and Weapons in my list for sure. For now.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 14d

I've noticed that my choices for favourite movies of the decade so far have all hinted at looking back to look forward - they're all indicative, in their own way, of the power and value of reflection.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 14d

The 2020s has been full of great movies. Some I'd like to single out are: West Side Story (Steven Spielberg, 2021), Ballywalter (Presanna Puwanarajah, 2022), No Hard Feelings (Gene Stupinitsky, 2023), The Holdovers (Alexander Payne, 2023), Furiosa (George Miller, 2024), Weapons (Zach Cregger, 2025).

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 14d

Recently watched Back To School (Alan Metter, 1986) and it's much better than I thought it would be. More than a terrific vehicle for Rodney Dangerfield, it features the institution-shaken-up-by-misfits tone of, say, Caddyshack, Stripes and Ghostbusters '84 but really tones down the obnoxiousness.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 15d

Brilliant!

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Walter Chaw @mangiotto.bsky.social · 21d

Check in on the writers in your life.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · 28d

Half way through my second viewing of No Hard Feelings and enjoying every minute. It has that Hughesian blend of class analysis, bold comedy, memorable set-pieces and real poignancy… and, perhaps, Jennifer Lawrence’s best performance ever.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 17

Rewatched All The President’s Men last night. Marvellous, of course, and so was he.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 16

Rewatching All The President’s Men tonight. #RIPRobertRedford

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Bill Chambers @flmfrkcentral.bsky.social · Sep 16

RIP Robert Redford. Directed at least two masterpieces imho, possibly four. As sturdy as movie stars get. Lived a full life but this one stings because he was one of those constants, y'know?

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 16

A great read. I especially enjoyed the praise for David Jonsson - I knew he was one to watch ever since the wonderful Rye Lane brought him to my attention.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 11

He's so good in Juror #2 and Superman '25.

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 9

The more I think about Celine Song’s Past Lives, the more I am intrigued by the sentiment and the ideas within than the film itself. Still an admirable work, but at present it doesn’t “soar” for me.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 7

I enjoyed it when I was younger. I like Jewison’s work but don’t see myself rewatching this one.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 6

#Jaws is ultimately a survival story. We never forget, for example, that Brody has been pushed to the edge and is fighting to stay afloat - literally and metaphorically - before his temporary, fleeting conquering of his outer and inner demons.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 6

I haven’t said it until now, but I think #Jaws might actually be a perfect film.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 6

#Theatre #Review at #SiArtsNI - Volunteers.

Arts Over Borders' production of Brian Friel's play is "a masterfully orchestrated mixture of performance art, enduring truths and social satire". It was recently staged at Derry-Londonderry's Playhouse Theatre.

Review: tinyurl.com/msfad7vv

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Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 5

I watched #Ballywalter in its entirety for the second time last night. I *love* that film. It's handled with perfect taste in every sense, knows exactly what it's doing and why it's doing it, and it never fails to move me. Seána Kerslake and Patrick Kielty are both tremendous.

Simon Fallaha @simonfallaha.bsky.social · Sep 5

Rewatched it last night, Lou. I love it so much. You all did a wonderful job.