http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096256
It's slow to get going and incredible cheesy, but using human slavery at the hands of aliens to represent the subjugation of the American poor is pretty genius. Politically subversive satire aside, it also has some hilarious fight scenes, an enjoyable soundtrack and a 90 minute runtime. Perfect hangover fodder.
Three stars
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3464902/
A hotel where single people are forced to find a partner in 45 days or are turned into an animal forever... what's weird about that? Everything, obviously. The Lobster is ultra-creepy and excellent in its first half, but later the restrained and almost childish dialogue becomes a bit boring.
Three stars
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475290
Another hilarious triumph from the Coen brothers. Brolin is fantastic as a harassed and conflicted movie studio fixer in 1950s Hollywood. The "threat" of communism and the troubles of the film industry provide the backdrop, whilst a sterling script, cracking cast and relatively short running time provide the fast-paced funnies.
Four stars
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1951266/
I SUPPOSE this was a satisfactory conclusion to the series, and I SUPPOSE it had nice strong messages about rebellion and not being afraid and friendship and stuff. But seeing as the whole saga has failed to invest me in the characters, it all felt a bit hollow.
Two stars
