Reviews encompassing a wide range of movies from Hollywood blockbusters to independent features.

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Queer

Queer Review: A Dive into Obsession and Isolation

Luca Guadagnino‘s Queer attempts to translate the complex layers of William S. Burroughs‘ 1985 novella into a visually striking period romantic drama. The film immerses us in 1950s Mexico City, a time and place alive with color and chaos, yet ...
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Sister Wives is 2025 Oscar-Eligible Short

In the short film “Sister Wives” Director/Star Louisa Connolly-Burnham plays Kaidence, the wife of a polygamous husband (Mormon) who must welcome a new wife, 19-year-old Galilee, into her home. Mia McKenna-Bruce plays Galilee. This is actually streaming on Channel 14, which, I ...
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Good One

Good One Review: A Quietly Powerful Drama

Good One is a compelling directorial debut from India Donaldson that delves into the intricacies of family dynamics, personal growth, and the unspoken tensions that often linger in shared silences. With an intimate setting, a minimalist narrative approach, and deeply ...
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A Real Pain

A Real Pain Review: A Delicate Balance Between Humor and Heart

A Real Pain, directed by Jesse Eisenberg, is a poignant comedy-drama that explores the complexities of family, heritage, and self-discovery with wit and emotional depth. Written, directed, and produced by Eisenberg, the film marks an impressive entry into the realm of ...
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Flow

Flow Review: A Mesmerizing Journey Through Nature

Gints Zilbalodis’ Flow is a visually stunning animated adventure fantasy that masterfully combines a simple narrative with breathtaking artistry and profound themes. Co-written by Zilbalodis and Matīss Kaža, the film immerses audiences in a world where animals embark on an ...
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Review of LEE: Kate Winslet’s Mesmerizing Journey Into Chaos

If you thought Kate Winslet couldn’t wow us any further, think again. In Lee, she doesn’t just act; she devours the screen, playing wartime photographer Lee Miller with equal parts vulnerability and ferocity. Directed with a painter’s touch, this film ...
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Nightbitch

Nightbitch Review: Barking Up the Right Tree

Marielle Heller’s Nightbitch, adapted from Rachel Yoder’s 2021 novel of the same name, is a daring foray into the surreal territory of magical realism and black comedy. Anchored by a fearless performance from Amy Adams, the film examines the often-overlooked ...
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That Christmas

That Christmas Review: A Festive Jumble

Netflix’s That Christmas brings together an impressive lineup of talent to weave a tapestry of holiday cheer, missteps, and heartfelt moments. Directed by Simon Otto in his debut and based on Richard Curtis’ beloved children’s book trilogy, this Christmas fantasy ...
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Juror #2

Juror #2 Review: A Moral Tightrope

Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2 is a testament to the filmmaker’s ability to weave personal morality with systemic dysfunction, delivering a legal thriller that’s as introspective as it is suspenseful. Featuring a nuanced script by Jonathan Abrams and a stellar ensemble ...
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His Mother

His Mother Is 2025 Oscar-Eligible Short

“His Mother,” a 13 minute and 39 second short film that is Oscar eligible, stars Jennifer Lawrence look-alike Bethany Anne Lind as the mother of a young man who is threatening violence at his college, Southern Tech. Young Harrison Miller, age ...