Well, for sure this is no masterpiece. This will not rank alongside Stanley Kramer’s film in the annals of cinema. For sure, Kramer’s film was wise enough to skip the Nazi top brass and instead treat other trials that might make for more surprising outcomes. It was more modest and yet more ambitious. This film […]
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It might as well be subtitled: “Blood and Bananas.” “Primate” is probably the movie I wanted out of the new “Anaconda” movie. It’s a creature feature that takes advantage of the carnage and the people who must evade it either make some stupid choices or know how to dodge it. It may not be labeled […]
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The thought of owning a monkey as a pet always seemeddangerous to me. Primate creates that situation and throws in moments of mayhem and horror. Directed by Johannes Roberts, this is one of those thrillers where a jungle is already part of a family’s life. However, when resources are not aligned, there is a combination of bad tests and non-thorough examinations. The monkey then jumps out of its cage with […]
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“I have scales. This is so f***ed!” True friendship endures many challenges. But what if one of those challenges happens to be a mermaid transformation? Written, produced and directed by Victoria Negri (Gold Star), the short film Mermaid, Bitch is a quirky and heartfelt fantasy-comedy about a young woman who wakes up to discover she’s […]
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Nuremberg brings a little-known WWII story to life in this crowd-pleasing genre piece. Oscar winners Rami Malek and Russell Crowe deliver big time performances that play to their strengths. Although the film is traditional in every respect, it speaks to our present with surprising resonance. Recommended.
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This depressing holiday drama is predictable, emotionally draining, and ultimately forgettable.
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This is a lighthearted comedy that works to find an escape from reality. It is an unexpected “reality” of finding joy in times that are questionable making Is This Thing On? one of the most authentic films of 2025. It takes a deep dive into stand-up comedy while grappling with separation. From the mind of Bradley Cooper, there are charms that are inevitable and make this a gem. […]
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Reporting from the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. If Charli XCX had her say, brat summer would be here to stay. If her label, manager, world tour crew, and dozens of hangers-on had their say, brat summer would never go away. The goals are the same, but the reasons behind them are very, very different. Directed […]
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This film is melancholy, filled with plenty of potions to amplify the sadness. Rose Byrne delivers a spellbinding performance in this anxiety-filled story. If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You is written and directed by Mary Bronstein who has an eye for creating tolerance in the face of a conflicting pattern. There are a bucket of problems only getting worse while an individual struggles to keep standing and thriving. The […]
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Over at That Shelf, I reviewed Marty Supreme. The film revolves around a self-centered ping pong player who is determined to achieve greatness at all costs. You can read my full thoughts on the film via the link below: Marty Supreme Review
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What makes Anaconda so entertaining is the fact that the plot revolves around characters that are true to the original franchise. This creates cleverness built upon a solid foundation. Given that the film stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, and Steve Zahn, there are plenty of twists to keep the momentum spiraling with joy. Slithers of snakes combined with devotion to a franchise takes audiences on a journey filled with laughter. Directed by Tom Gormican, this […]
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The meandering structure and minimal plot can test patience, but the shocking turns and immersive atmosphere make it a haunting experience.
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While Joachim Trier’s tragicomedy dazzles with technical mastery and standout performances from its close-knit cast, it ultimately falls short of capturing the emotional depth and resonance that defined his earlier works.
Train Dreams follows logger Robert Grainer as he navigates love, loss, and life’s transience in early 20th-century America. Directed by Clint Bentley, the film’s visual poetry, fluid editing, and naturalistic performances—especially from Will Patton—capture the beauty and melancholy of ordinary life, resonating deeply with themes of change and inevitability.
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From Boogie Nights to There Will Be Blood and now, One Battle After Another, films by Paul Thomas Anderson have defined decades. The anticipation for a new Paul Thomas Anderson film matches the heights of a new Christopher Nolan or Martin Scorsese project. Audiences know the cast of characters’ll entertain them, but […]
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Park Chan-wook dazzles once again with his striking visuals and wickedly sharp humour in this darkly satirical thriller, though it never quite captures the pulse-pounding urgency of his greatest films.
Stand-up comedy is one-man’s idea of therapy in Is This Thing On?, a movie that speaks to the importance of holding onto what you love even as responsibilities mount. Will Arnett gives a career-defining performance in this funny and heartfelt movie about overwhelmed, middle-aged adults. Highly Recommended.
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Summary, A depressed man finds meaning in playing pretend. So I got a early screener for this film, not a common thing for me, but there you go. Going to say that upfront. This film was terribly depressing, I had seen in the trailer it be called a feel good film, I don’t see where […]
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Unless you’ve been living in a coffin for the past hundred years, pretty much everyone alive knows the legend of Count Dracula, as told by Bram Stoker. For decades, vampire lore has been spun into televisions shows and countless movies, often remaking the exact same scenario over and over again. Enter: Abraham’s Boys: A Dracula […]
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A popular singer anxiously waits for her medical test results in this charming yet reflective drama that remains one of Varda’s best-known works from the French New Wave era.
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