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Just left the Renoir cinema (Russel Sq.) having seen Water Lillies for free thanks to time out and my mate Dave. My expectations were mixed, I knew the film focussed on 15 year old girls and synchronised swimming. Being french the film leaned towards the strange, abstract and perverse. But I guess thats the English in me speaking, if I was French it would be seen as a popcorn flick I guess.

First kisses, lesbian love and dealing with ones changing pubescent body are all strong themes. The issues are harsh but relevant to us all. We can all relate quite easily to our own teenage years, memories we left well behind are unearthed, its quite inigierating! Worth a watch!

I was really looking forward to seeing Michael Clayton after hearing of the film’s sucess at many of the awards recently. I wasnt disappointed either, the film is a slow burner though, at no point does it serve up all the answers, quite the opposite in fact, it remains mystical and intriging throughout waiting for the right moment to spring you the answers. George Clooney’s character struggles with his bigger purpose throughout but ultimately does the right thing. The ending is quality however, the comparitively explosive finale is well worth the wait. very enjoyable!