Category: Reviews

Twenty-nine years after Michael Bay’s first Bad Boys debuted in theaters, the fourth installment of this beloved movie franchise is unbelievably playing in theaters. This film saga has a strong following. Otherwise, why would movie producers continue to keep pumping out further installments? So far, I have enjoyed every single movie with varying degrees of… Continue reading BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE Is Good Fun, But Is Starting To Show The Wear Of The Franchise.

In her feature debut as a director, Ishana Night Shyamalan demonstrates a promising affinity for visuals, atmosphere, and suspense, reminiscent of her father’s style. While her storytelling, particularly pacing, still has room for growth, I am genuinely intrigued by what Ishana Shyamalan delivers in her first feature film. It’s a journey that leaves me hopeful… Continue reading THE WATCHERS Shows That M. Night Shyamalan’s Daughter Has Skills As A Director.

Richard Linklater, a renowned filmmaker from Austin, brings us a unique blend of fun and steamy romance in his latest movie, loosely based on the true story of Hit Man by Skip Hollandsworth. Set in Houston, Texas, Hollandsworth’s story revolves around the actual ‘hitman,’ Gary Johnson, a contract employee for the police who posed as… Continue reading Movie Review: HIT MAN Is A Charming Winner and Linklater’s Sexiest Film

Meet the new slasher. However, in some ways it is similar to the old slasher, save for some ingeniously gory and brutal killings, and the perspective from which it is shot. Canadian filmmaker Chris Nash takes some story and thematic ideas from the Friday the 13 franchise, presents them in a more experimental way with… Continue reading Movie Review: IN A VIOLENT NATURE Has Some Wicked Kills, But Is Otherwise Tedious

Having grown up with my family watching Westerns, especially the ones my maternal grandmother favored on certain evenings after dinner, I am fond of watching any “new” films set in the old Western days. I say “new” because it is hard to find an original story that does not contain a saloon full of men… Continue reading Movie Review: THE DEAD DON’T HURT – Vicky Krieps Excels in Viggo Mortensen’s Western

Synopsis from IMDb: Comedian Max co-parents autistic son Ezra with ex-wife Jenna. Faced with crucial decisions about Ezra’s future, Max and Ezra go on a life-changing cross-country road trip. This synopsis is brief and only relays what is needed. Once I learned that Bobby Cannavale was in the lead as Ezra’s father, I highly anticipated… Continue reading Movie Review: EZRA – Bleeker Street’s Family Drama Has Remarkable Performances