While this adaptation of the stage musical showcases amazing talent and musical number, the torturous issues that plague the core story are still present and call into question who this film is meant for.
Author: Kenneth Shipp
Kenneth “Commander” Shipp has had opinions on movies since he was a kid…even if that meant talking to himself. He loves tackling the issues involved with our modern blockbusters while still enjoying the deep dives into the films you may have glossed over. You may still see him comment on his other loves (video games and television) whenever he has time. You can catch all his movie reviews here and listen to him on our weekly podcasts when they start back in August!!
American Fiction review: Wright Is Front And Center For Once
Jeffrey Wright shines in this exploration of what makes a project “black”, zeroing in on Hollywood and pop culture’s drive towards only one type of black story, stifling any other forms of expression that don’t fit neatly inside that box.
The Complete List of 2024 Academy Award Nominees
The nominations are in, here’s the complete list of Academy Award nominees for the 2024 Oscars.
The Best Movie Scores of 2023
In a long overdue segment for our site, Commander Shipp tells you about this favorite film scores of the year and why they made his list.
Dumb Money review: The Story of Gaming Wall Street
Focused on one wild corner of the internet that took center stage in 2021, we’re shown how millions of investors pushed back against Wall Street: by putting all their chips on GameStop. Commander Shipp is here to help you catch…
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom review: DC’s Universe Mercifully Ends
With minimal press and a whimpering box office slate in 2023, Warner Bros / DC’s final entry into their shared universe repeats the same problems that led to such an abysmal state of affairs.
Commander Shipp’s Top 10 Films of 2023
The 2023 movie season is over, but award season is just around the corner. What did Commander Shipp think about this year’s offerings? Let’s discuss.
Godzilla Minus One review: Dissecting Japan’s Imperial Regret
Most of the acclaim surrounding Toho Studios’ latest entry will focus on the depiction of Godzilla, but don’t lose sight of how effective the cast conveys a mixture of post-World War 2 emotions.
Rebel Moon Part One review: Snyder Under Delivers Yet Again
Taking no lessons from recent successes Army of the Dead (2021) or the passable, yet bloated cut of Justice League (2021), Rebel Moon (2023) revels in the same excesses and poor characterizations that have weighed down other promising Zack Snyder…
The Creator review: A Stunning, Uneven AI Epic
After a 7 year absence, Gareth Edwards returns to the director chair – crafting a new AI-driven story that’s timely and resonant, even if there’s a few moments near the end that don’t completely come together or feel earned.