THE GUESTLIST NETWORK | MAY 2011
EVERYWHERE AND NOWHERE
“Everywhere and Nowhere” is a coming-of-age drama about a young, second generation British Asian. Ash (played by James Floyd), aspires to be a big time DJ, but this dream brings him into conflict with his traditionalist Asian father who wants him to take over the family retail business. “Everywhere and Nowhere” is a neat exploration of the idea of the double life many young people face. There is often a conflict be- tween our more traditional family
life and the joyful hedonistic ex- cesses of our lives with our friends. Whilst this is particularly prevalent in the Asian community, anyone who has experienced conflict with their parents will find something to identify with in Ash. The most disappointing aspect is the music. The bhangra infused beats that Ash spins are hor- rifyingly dated, and it’s slightly contrived that the lead character would be seeking freedom from his overbearing Asian father in
the cultural compromise that is bhangra music. That’s not the only aspect of “Everywhere and Nowhere” that is ridiculous. Simon Webbe (aka the black one out of Blue) seems to be some kind of idol for Ash, and the dialogue that his friends spout is completely ridiculous. However, “Everywhere and Nowhere” isn’t a complete waste of time, especially if you love music and hate your parents.
COMING UP
FILM 25
MIDNIGHT IN PARIS 11TH MAY
Woody Allen’s last two films have been rubbish but all signs point to Midnight in Paris being a return to form. It’s a romantic comedy, about an American family travelling to Paris. It has a fantastic cast, including Owen Wilson who is fantastic in just about anything. Should be a winner.
TUESDAY, AFTER CHRISTMAS 15TH MAY
Tuesday, After Christmas isn’t one for everyone. It’s a fantastic Romanian film that is about to go on general release this month. It stars Paul Hanganu as a man forced to choose between two women, his wife and the mother of his daughter, and a beautiful younger woman who has changed how he sees himself. There is a strange comedy in the drama of the situation. A stunning film.
THE BEAVER 17TH JUNE
The Beaver is a strange one. It stars Mel Gibson, as an overworked executive who goes quite mad. He starts wearing a beaver hand puppet, and communicating with his family and friends via the beaver, like some kind of terrifying Bodger and Badger. No, we aren’t making this up, and it looks to be one of the strongest dramas of the year so far.
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