Based on the play of the same name by Mark St. Germain, writer/director Matthew Brown has adapted the play for cinema. I cannot attest to the actual quality of the play as I have never experienced it. Still, this movie adaptation lacks a compelling case for this possible meeting. Both Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis… Continue reading FREUD’S LAST SESSION Should Have Been More Enlightening
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FOUNDERS DAY
2024 is an election year, and mid-January 2024 is an opportunity to view the “satirical, political slasher,” as is noted in press materials, Founders Day. In case this title may seem familiar, it was a part of the festival circuit last year, where it won the Audience Award at the 2023 Toronto After Dark Film… Continue reading FOUNDERS DAY
Freud’s Last Session: A Cinematic Odyssey Struggling to Find its Narrative Anchor Amidst Brilliant Performances
In director and co-writer Matt Brown’s “Freud’s Last Session,” the narrative embarks on a precarious journey, struggling to maintain a cohesive focus. While cinematic ventures often thrive on exploring multiple themes, this adaptation of Mark St. Germain’s play faces challenges in sustaining a clear and engaging direction, leaving the audience yearning for a more definitive… Continue reading Freud’s Last Session: A Cinematic Odyssey Struggling to Find its Narrative Anchor Amidst Brilliant Performances
Role Play: A Lighthearted Thriller with Killer Laughs
Premiering on Amazon Prime Video, ‘Role Play’ dares to take the conventional contract killer narrative and infuse it with a refreshing twist—a double life. Kaley Cuoco, known for her comedic prowess, embraces the role of Emma, a deadly assassin leading a seemingly normal suburban life as a wife and mother. Cuoco’s character, a globetrotting killer… Continue reading Role Play: A Lighthearted Thriller with Killer Laughs
THE ZONE OF INTEREST Is an Extraordinary Film, But Is A Very Difficult One to Watch
From writer/director Jonathan Glazer, The Zone of Interest is an incredibly outstanding movie but is challenging to endure. The film takes place in Auschwitz during World War II. That sentence alone should raise some red flags about the troubling subject matter. It did for me when I sat down for this press screening late last… Continue reading THE ZONE OF INTEREST Is an Extraordinary Film, But Is A Very Difficult One to Watch
THE BOOK OF CLARENCE is a Fresh and Entertaining Take on the Jesus Story
From writer/director Jeymes Samuel, musical artist and filmmaker behind The Harder They Fall, comes a comedic and satirical take on the Gospel stories of Jesus Christ. Going into this film, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The trailers made the film seem like an edgy satire on the concept of religion, particularly Christianity. This movie… Continue reading THE BOOK OF CLARENCE is a Fresh and Entertaining Take on the Jesus Story
ROLE PLAY
Directed by Thomas Vincent and written by Seth W. Owen (All Nighter, Morgan), I read the synopsis about Role Play where a married couple has one of the spouses as an assassin in secret, and the other is clueless about those activities. I know this is not a new story; I saw a similar film… Continue reading ROLE PLAY
The Night They Came Home
I am a fan of Westerns and glad to see the genre is alive and well for storytelling about events, some better known than others. Many stories often go untold, and if they are told, they have a limited perspective. I need to catch up on reading about who Rufus Buck is and the gang… Continue reading The Night They Came Home
‘Mean Girls’ Musical Film: A Double-Edged Ode to High School
In the contemporary landscape of movie musicals, often reluctant to embrace their musical essence, ‘Mean Girls’ negotiates this trend with a nuanced blend of success and awkwardness. The reincarnation of the beloved 2004 film into a fresh adaptation delivers moments of excitement and stiltedness, ultimately presenting an intelligent take on the original material. The film… Continue reading ‘Mean Girls’ Musical Film: A Double-Edged Ode to High School
ALL OF US STRANGERS Is An Incredible Dream-Like Experience
If life is a dream, our memories of our past are like a dream within a dream. This best describes my incredible experience watching this new phenomenal film by writer/director Andrew Haigh. All of Us Strangers is a surreal, beautiful, and haunting journey into the heart of a man who is coping with the untimely… Continue reading ALL OF US STRANGERS Is An Incredible Dream-Like Experience