Rising actress Marisa Abela takes on the gargantuan task of portraying Amy Winehouse’s tragic life in a biopic mired and weighed down by a problematic vision.
Category: Movie Reviews
Outlaw Johnny Black review: A Nonsensical Western Romp
Director Michael Jai White, never lacking in a sense of humor, infuses his trademark Black Dynamite-style of blaxploitation into the old west and tackles a few complicated racial issues along the way, in the first release from his new studio,…
Challengers review: A Fascinating Spiral
Luca Guadagnino crafts an intriguing relationship triangle, powered by Zendaya’s enigmatic performance and inspired visuals that combines into one great sports drama.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga review
To borrow a quote from Rictus, George Miller has crafted a prequel that’s “nearly perfect in every way” and expands the terrifying depth of Furiosa’s character.
The Fall Guy review: A Stuntman’s Dream
Loosely based on the 1980s series of the same name, former stuntman Director David Leitsch crafts a fitting comedic homage to the history of stunt choreography (and set a world record while doing it).
I Saw The TV Glow Review: A Reality-Bending Throwback
Director / Writer Jane Schoenbrun’s stunning transgender allegory, while imperfect in some story beads, does a great job fusing 90s and 00s elements into a compelling exploration of life and hiding yourself away.
American Society of Magical Negroes review
Kobi Libii’s directorial debut delivers some solid laughs, but his exploration of a tired and problematic trope fails to deliver when the narrative needs it most.
Planet of the Apes: Caesar’s Saga
A detailed recap of Caesar’s Planet of the Apes trilogy, along with a breakdown of the progression of both the world state and the characters.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review
Director Wes Ball kicks off a new trilogy in the Planet of the Apes series that delivers plenty of promise and intrigue, leaving the door open for new exploration or potentially rehashing the same old themes.
Civil War review: An Inferno You Can’t Look Away From
Alex Garland crafts a visually dense and emotionally tense thriller centered on the lives of 4 journalists as they wrestle with their roles in covering the war of the century.