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Wood Allen At His Best
A bored tennis pro charms his way into a wealthy family and achieves financial success. He risks it all with an affair that proves deadly. It covers all the Allen themes of angst and fame, where the lure of money and power is more important than love. And where ordinary people commit unspeakable acts. The casting is perfect and the movie throughout is spot on. A Woody Allen masterpiece... Read more
A bored tennis pro charms his way into a wealthy family and achieves financial success. He risks it all with an affair that proves deadly. It covers all the Allen themes of angst and fame, where the lure of money and power is more important than love. And where ordinary people commit unspeakable acts. The casting is perfect and the movie throughout is spot on. A Woody Allen masterpiece... Read more
Sweet New Version
This new version of the Willy Wonka story is much lighter and sweet than the previous ones. Timothee Chalamet is charming and appealing which is a change from his usual more serious roles. The fat suit policeman was not necessary and little off-putting. It’s a feel good movie that tries a little too hard and is a little too saccharine, which veers away from the darker original Dahl character.... Read more
This new version of the Willy Wonka story is much lighter and sweet than the previous ones. Timothee Chalamet is charming and appealing which is a change from his usual more serious roles. The fat suit policeman was not necessary and little off-putting. It’s a feel good movie that tries a little too hard and is a little too saccharine, which veers away from the darker original Dahl character.... Read more
Imaginative
Wanka marks a significant departure from the conventional tropes we often associate with the fantasy genre. Directed by the imaginative and audacious filmmaker Jonathan Prentiss, the film reimagines the classic tale of Willy Wonka and his enigmatic chocolate factory through a bold lens, blending whimsical fantasy with darker, more introspective themes. In this ambitious reworking, Wanka steps away from the conventional family-friendly storylines and introduces an altogether more surreal,... Read more
Wanka marks a significant departure from the conventional tropes we often associate with the fantasy genre. Directed by the imaginative and audacious filmmaker Jonathan Prentiss, the film reimagines the classic tale of Willy Wonka and his enigmatic chocolate factory through a bold lens, blending whimsical fantasy with darker, more introspective themes. In this ambitious reworking, Wanka steps away from the conventional family-friendly storylines and introduces an altogether more surreal,... Read more
hilarious experience
When you hear the title Cocaine Bear, it's easy to think of it as a punchline. A bear on cocaine? Is it a joke or a strange concept thrown together for the sole purpose of shock value? The reality, however, is far more entertaining. Directed by Elizabeth Banks and loosely inspired by true events, Cocaine Bear is a wild ride that blends dark comedy, horror, and absurdity in a... Read more
When you hear the title Cocaine Bear, it's easy to think of it as a punchline. A bear on cocaine? Is it a joke or a strange concept thrown together for the sole purpose of shock value? The reality, however, is far more entertaining. Directed by Elizabeth Banks and loosely inspired by true events, Cocaine Bear is a wild ride that blends dark comedy, horror, and absurdity in a... Read more
a little bit of everything
The 2022 film Everything Everywhere All at Once is a breathtaking cinematic journey that defies the constraints of genre, narrative, and even time itself. Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, collectively known as the Daniels, this film is a mind-bending exploration of identity, family, love, and the multiverse. With a unique combination of science fiction, action, drama, and dark humor, it’s a cinematic spectacle that demands the audience’s... Read more
The 2022 film Everything Everywhere All at Once is a breathtaking cinematic journey that defies the constraints of genre, narrative, and even time itself. Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, collectively known as the Daniels, this film is a mind-bending exploration of identity, family, love, and the multiverse. With a unique combination of science fiction, action, drama, and dark humor, it’s a cinematic spectacle that demands the audience’s... Read more
compelling crime thriller
Snag takes viewers on a wild and often unexpected ride through the gritty underworld of organized crime, betrayal, and redemption. Directed by newcomer Stephen Mackey, the film delves into the complexities of loyalty, revenge, and the blurred lines between good and evil, all within a pulse-pounding narrative. The film, anchored by a gripping performance from its lead actor, Travis Fimmel, who also co-writes and produces, offers an unpredictable story... Read more
Snag takes viewers on a wild and often unexpected ride through the gritty underworld of organized crime, betrayal, and redemption. Directed by newcomer Stephen Mackey, the film delves into the complexities of loyalty, revenge, and the blurred lines between good and evil, all within a pulse-pounding narrative. The film, anchored by a gripping performance from its lead actor, Travis Fimmel, who also co-writes and produces, offers an unpredictable story... Read more
Masterpiece
Goodfellas (1990), directed by Martin Scorsese, is an iconic film in the gangster genre, widely regarded as one of the best films ever made. Based on the non-fiction book Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi, it chronicles the life of Henry Hill (played by Ray Liotta), a man who rises through the ranks of the Mafia, ultimately facing the inevitable decline that comes with betrayal, law enforcement scrutiny, and the corrosive... Read more
Goodfellas (1990), directed by Martin Scorsese, is an iconic film in the gangster genre, widely regarded as one of the best films ever made. Based on the non-fiction book Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi, it chronicles the life of Henry Hill (played by Ray Liotta), a man who rises through the ranks of the Mafia, ultimately facing the inevitable decline that comes with betrayal, law enforcement scrutiny, and the corrosive... Read more
Beautiful to look at but not much else
Woody Allen's A Rainy Day in New York arrived amidst a flurry of controversy and mixed expectations. The film, which was completed in 2018 but released in 2019 after significant delays, marked Allen’s return to the romantic comedy genre, a territory he had made iconic with works such as Annie Hall (1977) and Manhattan (1979). Set against the backdrop of the titular rainy city, the film brings together a... Read more
Woody Allen's A Rainy Day in New York arrived amidst a flurry of controversy and mixed expectations. The film, which was completed in 2018 but released in 2019 after significant delays, marked Allen’s return to the romantic comedy genre, a territory he had made iconic with works such as Annie Hall (1977) and Manhattan (1979). Set against the backdrop of the titular rainy city, the film brings together a... Read more
Love It!
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has been on a global cinematic journey for over a decade, with some characters evolving into legends and others, unfortunately, fading into the background. Among the latter, Black Widow, portrayed by Scarlett Johansson, was one of the few to remain consistent, powerful, and dependable, though always existing in the shadow of her more flamboyant counterparts like Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor. "Black Widow,"... Read more
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has been on a global cinematic journey for over a decade, with some characters evolving into legends and others, unfortunately, fading into the background. Among the latter, Black Widow, portrayed by Scarlett Johansson, was one of the few to remain consistent, powerful, and dependable, though always existing in the shadow of her more flamboyant counterparts like Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor. "Black Widow,"... Read more
Exceptional
Emma, directed by Autumn de Wilde, brought a fresh and delightful adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel to the big screen. While Austen's work has been adapted numerous times, de Wilde’s version offers a unique and vibrant take on the classic, with striking visuals, witty dialogue, and a sharp sense of humor that both honors the source material and reinvents it for a modern audience. With a talented ensemble... Read more
Emma, directed by Autumn de Wilde, brought a fresh and delightful adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel to the big screen. While Austen's work has been adapted numerous times, de Wilde’s version offers a unique and vibrant take on the classic, with striking visuals, witty dialogue, and a sharp sense of humor that both honors the source material and reinvents it for a modern audience. With a talented ensemble... Read more
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