Elegy (reviewed in 100 words or less)

'Elegy' stars Ben Kingsley as an ageing literature professor who seduces one of his beautiful students. Uncertainty and discomfort prevail as we are shown what may be recognisable, sometimes unsavoury, aspects of ourselves or our loved ones. Despite this, the questionable moral foundation of the lead and the intentional cultural distance of his muse restrict emotional attachment to the characters. Dennis Hopper provides some relief, offering crass relationship advice to his beseiged literary chum but the overall experience is a dark and melancholy one. You should see it, but tee up 'Sexy Beast' or 'Without a Clue' to watch afterward.