Singer/songwriter Amy Winehouse was tremendously talented but lived a mostly heartbreaking life struggling with addiction, mental illness, and the trappings of fame. Despite her troubles, she made an indelible mark on music with her heartfelt songs, channeling the spirits of the strong women of jazz and pop whom she admired greatly. A new biopic by… Continue reading BACK TO BLACK Barely Scratches The Surface
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SXSW 2024: BOB TREVINO LIKES IT Tugs On All Of The Right Heartstrings
Writer/director Tracie Laymon tells a heartwarming story about an extra special friendship based on her real-life experiences. The film stars Barbie Ferreira and John Leguizamo as two lovely souls who become close friends through the internet and offer each other much love and support. This movie won both the Audience and Jury Awards for the… Continue reading SXSW 2024: BOB TREVINO LIKES IT Tugs On All Of The Right Heartstrings
SXSW 2024: I SAW THE TV GLOW
From Jane Schoenbrun comes a captivating film that delves into the lives of two outsiders, united by a peculiar television series that resonates with misunderstood teenagers. As the show abruptly ends, the protagonists are thrust into the harsh realities of life, grappling with their own identities. While the film is rich in emotion and heart,… Continue reading SXSW 2024: I SAW THE TV GLOW
KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Keeps Its Fans Invested With a New Compelling Story
With filmmaker Matt Reeves concluding his work on the Planet of the Apes reboot saga, the anticipation for a new chapter in this universe was palpable. Enter writer Josh Friedman (Spielberg’s War of the Worlds, Avatar: The Way of Water) and director Wes Ball (The Maze Runner Saga). These two filmmakers have crafted a new… Continue reading KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Keeps Its Fans Invested With a New Compelling Story
SXSW 2024: THE IDEA OF YOU Is A Charming and Sexy Rom Com.
The closing night feature film at this year’s SXSW Film & TV Festival is the new movie from filmmaker Michael Showalter. Showalter, a familiar face at SXSW, premiered his previous movies, Hello, My Name Is Doris and The Big Sick, to great acclaim. The Idea of You, a refreshing take on romantic comedies, also struck… Continue reading SXSW 2024: THE IDEA OF YOU Is A Charming and Sexy Rom Com.
THE FALL GUY Is Pure Popcorn Cinema Fun
From director David Leitch (John Wick, Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2) comes a modern adaptation of the popular TV series from the early 1980s titled The Fall Guy. Much like the series, Leitch’s movie follows the misadventures of Hollywood stunt performer Colt Seavers. Before his career as a director, Leitch worked as a stuntman. He knows… Continue reading THE FALL GUY Is Pure Popcorn Cinema Fun
CHALLENGERS Delivers A Riveting Profile Of Professional Athletes
It takes a particular mind to succeed in the world of professional sports. This level of success demands a specific drive, confidence/arrogance, and absolute love for the game one is playing. This mindset does have its disadvantages and repercussions when applied to everyday life, particularly love, sex, and romance. These are the exciting and powerful… Continue reading CHALLENGERS Delivers A Riveting Profile Of Professional Athletes
BOY KILLS WORLD Delivers Action and Gore Galore, But Has a Thin, Predictable Story
For action film enthusiasts, Boy Kills World is a thrilling ride. It delivers intense action and gore, all wrapped in a stylish package with a dash of dark humor. However, the script must provide the unique elements that would elevate this movie above others in its genre. Bill Skarsgård stars as Boy, a young man… Continue reading BOY KILLS WORLD Delivers Action and Gore Galore, But Has a Thin, Predictable Story
ABIGAIL is a Fun Bloody Take On A Universal Monster Story
Universal Pictures is trying to reinvent its monster stories with new movies that take a less traditional approach. Enter Radio Silence, a group of filmmakers who have enjoyed making horror movies such as Ready or Not, Scream (2022), and Scream VI. Very loosely based on Universal’s classic film, Dracula’s Daughter, Abigail tells a very different… Continue reading ABIGAIL is a Fun Bloody Take On A Universal Monster Story
THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE Delivers a Great Time at the Cinema.
The new film by Guy Ritchie is what one would expect from a story involving a ragtag team of rebellious men who are amoral and simply seeking out the thrills of warfare. If this is not your cup of tea, then I wouldn’t suggest watching this; otherwise, it is an entertaining and fun movie. I… Continue reading THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE Delivers a Great Time at the Cinema.