Based on the memoir of the same name by J.R. Moehringer, screenwriter William Monahan and director George Clooney deliver a solid effort in their adaptation of this sweet and enjoyable coming-of-age story. While everyone in the cast performs solidly, it is Ben Affleck that genuinely stands out as the protagonist’s uncle and father figure. It… Continue reading THE TENDER BAR
Day: January 7, 2022
THE 355
Despite the fact that this movie has an impressive cast, the writing of this, nevertheless entertaining movie, suffers from mostly unoriginal writing and espionage thriller cliches. With solid direction and dedicated performances by the cast, The 355 is not a total disaster, and will probably have some fans wanting more. Well, this might not be… Continue reading THE 355
The 355
‘The 355’ Strange title, but as obscure movie titles typically go, its origin is revealed during some not so random moment in the film. Sadly, ‘The 355,’ a gender flipping, mission impossible, flounders in every aspect and misses its mark. Its super-powered, all-star cast promises far more than the film delivers. Jessica Chastain, Lupita Nyong’o,… Continue reading The 355