Greta Gerwig’s first solo flight as a director and writer perfectly captures the bittersweet transition between happy childhood and awkward adolescence. It’s a coming-of-age story, as the rebellious Christine (Saoirse Ronan) struggles with autonomy and her controlling mother (Laurie Metcalf). … Continue reading Lady Bird // Review Simon Jewell reviews Lady Bird, one of the nine films nominated this year in the Best Picture category at the Academy Awards.