Lucy Halliday

California Schemin’ (4*): James McAvoy’s Directorial Debut is Brimming with Heart and Style.

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A One Mann’s Movies review of “California Schemin’”. (2026, 4*, 15). James McAvoy is one of Britain’s greatest exports as a star in front of the camera, but with “California Schemin” – although also taking a small acting role – he uses his years of experience to craft an elegant little film telling a fascinating … Read more

Blue Jean (15): A Lesbian Caught in the Headlights.

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A One Mann’s Movies review of “Blue Jean” (2023). Another film, new out this week, and nominated for “Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer”* at the upcoming BAFTAs. “Blue Jean” takes us back to 1988 and a VERY different world for homosexual people. (* Note: I originally reference this as up for … Read more