Tag: movie review
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Movie Review – The Last Supper
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“The Last Supper,” released yesterday, captivates with its stunning settings that evoke a profound sense of place. The cinematography beautifully captures the essence of each location, adding depth to the narrative. However, the film falls short in character development, leaving viewers struggling to connect with the ensemble cast. I often found myself confused about the…
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Movie Review – Black Bag
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Oftentimes, when movie-goers think of excellent spy/espionage films, they conjure up memories filled with almost six decades of James Bond films. These movies employed numerous stuntpeople in action sequences rarely equaled by most comparable film counterparts. Enter the new spy thriller “Black Bag”! Although not as action-packed, it is far “smarter” and intellectually intriguing than…
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Movie Review – In the Lost Lands
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Think of the best movie you’ve ever seen—a movie where every scene and every line of dialogue is a work of art. Now, imagine the exact opposite of that. That movie is twice as good as this one. To be fair, the production quality of this movie is impressive. The crew behind the stages, costumes,…
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Movie Review – Rule Breakers
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Rule Breakers isn’t just another film about oppression—it’s a window into a world that many of us have heard about but rarely truly understand. When I sat down to watch this movie, I wasn’t sure if it would offer anything new to the conversation about women’s rights in Afghanistan. We’ve seen documentaries and news reports,…
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Movie Review – Mickey 17
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What an unexpected experience. The movie obviously looks quirky from the trailer, but I wasn’t expecting the political/cultural satire. Although, considering that the movie is written/directed by Bong Joon Ho (Parasite, Snowpiercer, Mother) I shouldn’t be surprised. Like Bong’s previous works, the satire here isn’t subtle—it’s biting and deliberate. The film uses its science-fiction setting…
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Movie Review – Last Breath
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Last Breath is a fantastic survival story, akin to “The Abyss” and “Into the Deep,” highlighting the perils of saturation divers, including nitrogen narcosis and equipment failure, leaving viewers breathless. I was holding my breath right along with them. It’s a pretty short film so they didn’t waste a moment of time. The story was…
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Movie Review – The Monkey
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The Monkey is a new adaptation of Stephen King’s work that offers some imaginative kill scenes. I appreciated the unique creativity behind them, which occasionally made me chuckle unexpectedly. The film has a blend of horror and dark humor, creating a distinct atmosphere. It’s nice to see more of King’s stories on the silver screen.…
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Movie Review – Ne Zha 2
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Full disclosure: Prior to seeing this sequel, I had not seen the 2019 blockbuster original. Kind of a mistake, to be sure, but I made due. Also, by personal admission, I am in no way an expert in Chinese mythology, moreover as it relates to animated features. Yes, in regards to this genre, I am…
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Movie Review – Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
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I’ve changed my mind about Sorcerer’s Stone (really, Philosopher’s Stone, thank you) over the years: it’s a lot more fun, colorful, and downright magical, if you will, than the latter films in the series. It’s worn well over time. Things are relatively low-stakes as we get to know our main characters and this universe. Plus, I…
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Movie Review – Paddington in Peru
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The first two Paddington films set an incredibly high bar for family entertainment. They managed to capture both the whimsy of Michael Bond’s beloved character while adding layers of social commentary that resonated with adults. This third installment seems to miss that delicate balance. I don’t remember much about the first Paddington movie other than…
