Hello, You may have noticed things look quite different to the pink, wholesome aesthetic, with a sweeping curtain to greet you to this blog. Well, that is because I remodelled it! Firstly, I changed the name from Carrie's Curtain Call to Lights, Carrie, Action, named after my podcast. Whilst I loved doing the podcast, it … Continue reading The Soft Reboot
Swan Song: A Chat with Todd Stephens and Eric Eisenbrey
Todd Stephens, and producer, Eric Eisenbrey, about their new film supported by Peccadillo Pictures: Swan Song.
BFI Flare: Shiva Raichandani & Queer Parivaar (Interview)
This year, I was delighted to be invited to interview the incredible Shiva Raichandani about their new musical short film: Queer Parivaar. We also spoke about their appearance on Britain's Got Talent, and what inspires them in their creative work. Here's the full interview to listen to: Carrie Morrison chats with artist Shiva Raichandani at … Continue reading BFI Flare: Shiva Raichandani & Queer Parivaar (Interview)
Hustlers | 2019 | Review
(based on the New York Times article by Jessica Pressler, written and directed by Lorene Scafaria) Alright, everyone, we are now into the Oscar-bait season of films coming into our theatres. Hustlers, based on the viral article on a true crime story, could very easily (and I have been guilty of this) be branded as the … Continue reading Hustlers | 2019 | Review
Bohemian Rhapsody | 2018 | Review
(based on a true story, written by Anthony McCarten, directed by Bryan Singer) I was so hyped for this film. I adore Rami Malek, I find him hypnotising to watch, and I had always wanted to see an honest biopic of the legend that is Freddie Mercury. However, after keeping tabs on the film via … Continue reading Bohemian Rhapsody | 2018 | Review
20 Films that Impacted Me
"20 films that had an impact on you, for the next 20 days. Only post a pic. No film title or comment. #20MovieChallenge" - Ron Howard When this challenge came across on my Twitter timeline, I knew I had to do it. I wanted to explore my psyche and discover what films made me the person … Continue reading 20 Films that Impacted Me
Dogs (Season 1) | 2018 | Review
(Directed by Heidi Ewing. Developed by Glen Zipper.) For those who do not know me, I have always been a dog person. In terms of what documentary series I watch on a Wednesday evening, you bet it's about some dogs trying to get adopted and/or recover from a difficult surgery of getting a new bionic … Continue reading Dogs (Season 1) | 2018 | Review
Ocean’s 8 | 2018 | Review
"The plan is priceless." (Written by Gary Ross and Olivia Milch. Directed by Gary Ross) We follow Debbie Ocean (Sanda Bullock), the sister of Ocean's 11's Danny Ocean, continuing her life of heists and scams after being released from prison. To get revenge for the lover who framed her and sent her to prison, Claude (Richard … Continue reading Ocean’s 8 | 2018 | Review
Aggretsuko (Season 1) | 2018 | Review
"Frustrated with her thankless office job, Retsuko the Red Panda copes with her daily struggles by belting out death metal karaoke after work." After being bombarded with the trailer for this Netflix original, I decided to give this new and unique anime series a go. As you can read from its Netflix description above, the … Continue reading Aggretsuko (Season 1) | 2018 | Review
Isle of Dogs | 2018 | Review
"By Executive Decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump." (Written and Directed by Wes Anderson) I profess, before I went into the cinema, I already knew I would be somewhat enthusiastic about the latest Wes Anderson film. Since I watched Grand Budapest Hotel, I became enthralled by his unique … Continue reading Isle of Dogs | 2018 | Review
Lights, Carrie, Action 