Only a day away from the Paris 2024 Olympic ceremony, this in-depth examination of arguably the greatest gymnast ever makes for compelling viewing. “And still rising” is a tattoo written on her shoulder and is a perfect quote to describe Simone Biles, as well as being a powerful metaphor to describe this documentary. It is still astonishing to see her move through the air with grace and skill and the footage in the just released first part of this sometimes-harrowing doc showcases her talents to…
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Over the Shoulder spoke to the fascinating actor and director MJ Lee about her role in the short film Mr Strappy and her experience in the show. When did you discover your passion for acting? It’s interesting because even though I always loved performance, it never was an option because it was not considered a ”real job” in my home. Especially as a first-generation immigrant, the culture I came from there was no one who looked like me doing it. I genuinely didn’t understand that it…
This fresh, original musical romcom will not disappoint. Two Strangers is what you expect it to be, a little bit of an indie, charming with its quirks and overall sweet. Dougal (Sam Tutty) fly’s over to the Big Apple to go to his dad’s wedding, whom he has never met. He meets New Yorker and sister of the bride Robin (Dujonna Gift) who has been sent to meet him at the airport. Robin has to pick up Mellissa’s wedding cake and Douglas, alone in the…
Over the Shoulder recently sat down with Pirates of the Caribbean Star, Kevin Mcnally to talk about his career and his directorial debut “Lipstick.” Let’s dive into it …. Congratulations on your recent directorial debut “Lipstick”. Did you always want to direct at some point? It was about 10 years ago, and I had started teaching in Richmond Virginia. It was during lockdown and a guy said that he had written a short film and wanted to do it in the classroom. I loved the…
“I’m not sure I’m the good girl I once was. I’ve lost her along the way.” Holly Jackson’s 2019 debut book, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder has been adapted by creator Poppy Cogan into a 6 episode limited series which was directed by Dolly Wells. Pip Fitz-Amobi (Emma Myers) a 17-year-old teenager decides to investigate the suspected murder of school colleague, Andie Bell as the subject for her EPQ (Extended Project Qualification). Andie Bell (India Lillie Davies) went missing five years ago. Her boyfriend…
Going to my first Film Festival on my own was a daunting feeling and I didn’t know what to expect. Not knowing anyone was the most terrifying thing, but it was such a great experience for me to go and network and delve into the film industry and the world of film shorts. I had the privileged of watching three short efforts which where Sister Wives, Mr Strappy and Lipstick. Let’s explore them. Sister Wives: Sister Wives, which had an all-round brilliant cast that were…