Reviews written by MovieClub Dev
Tootsie is a brilliant comedy that combines humor with insightful commentary on gender roles and identity. Directed by Sydney Pollack and featuring a standout performance by Dustin Hoffman, the film tells the story of Michael Dorsey, an out-of-work actor who adopts the persona of a woman, Dorothy Michaels, to...
Awakenings is a profoundly moving film that explores the delicate interplay between hope and despair through the lens of medical miracles and human connection. Directed by Penny Marshall and based on Oliver Sacks’ memoir, the film stars Robin Williams as Dr. Malcolm Sayer and Robert De Niro as Leonard...
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is a gripping biographical drama that delves into the complex life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb. With stunning performances, masterful direction, and a haunting score, the film captures the moral dilemmas and profound consequences of scientific discovery in a way that...
Fletch is a quintessential comedy that solidified Chevy Chase’s status as a leading funnyman of the 1980s. Directed by Michael Ritchie and based on Gregory Mcdonald’s novel, the film follows the misadventures of Irwin "Fletch" Fletcher, a witty investigative journalist who gets tangled in a web of deception while...
Fletch Lives is a riotous sequel that brings back Chevy Chase in his iconic role as the wisecracking investigative journalist Irwin “Fletch” Fletcher. Directed by Michael Ritchie, this film retains the sharp wit and clever humor of its predecessor while expanding the absurdity of Fletch’s escapades. The...
The World According to Garp is a delightful and poignant exploration of the complexities of life, love, and the human experience, all wrapped in a unique blend of humor and tragedy. Directed by George Roy Hill and based on John Irving's novel, the film follows the unconventional journey of...
Before Sunrise is a cinematic gem that beautifully captures the essence of youthful romance and the fleeting nature of connection. Directed by Richard Linklater, this film unfolds over the course of a single night in Vienna, where two strangers, Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Céline (Julie Delpy), embark on an...
"Knocked Up" (2007), directed by Judd Apatow, is a standout in the realm of romantic comedies, offering a refreshing blend of humor and genuine emotion. Starring Seth Rogen as Ben Stone, a laid-back slacker, and Katherine Heigl as Alison Scott, an ambitious career woman, the film delves into the...
"This Is 40" (2012), directed by Judd Apatow, offers a candid and often hilarious glimpse into the trials and tribulations of reaching middle age. A spin-off of Apatow's earlier film "Knocked Up," the movie focuses on the lives of Pete (Paul Rudd) and Debbie (Leslie Mann), a married couple...
The 2015 reboot of "Vacation" attempts to revive the classic National Lampoon series with a fresh spin while paying homage to its iconic predecessor. Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the film stars Ed Helms as a grown-up Rusty Griswold, who, inspired by his childhood memories, embarks...