In ‘Argylle,’ director Matthew Vaughn takes audiences on a wild and raucous ride through the world of espionage and fiction. The film follows Elly Conway, played by Dallas Howard, a best-selling author whose spy novels about agent Argylle have captivated readers worldwide. But when Elly’s books start to mirror the covert actions of a real-life… Continue reading Argylle: Over the top, hilarious spy thriller
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Unveiling the Depths of Morality and Turmoil: A Detailed Exploration of ‘The Teacher’s Lounge’
‘The Teacher’s Lounge,’ an unexpected nominee for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, offers a haunting glimpse into the complexities of justice, morality, and societal dynamics within a German school setting. Carla Nowak is at the heart of the narrative, portrayed with depth and nuance by Leonie Benesch, a compassionate math teacher dedicated… Continue reading Unveiling the Depths of Morality and Turmoil: A Detailed Exploration of ‘The Teacher’s Lounge’
Fantastic Fest 2023: RESTORE POINT
The untimely death of a loved one is a difficult situation with which we often have to deal. It has been a reality that humanity has had to face for so long. This scenario is the primary motivation of the protagonist of Restore Point. For Czech detective Emma Trochinowska (Andrea Mohylova), death is a reality… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2023: RESTORE POINT
ARGYLLE Is Wild and Crazy Fun, But Not Particularly Original
For several months last year, every single time I would pay to see a movie in a theater, I was inundated with the same trailer for Matthew Vaughn’s new film, Argylle. Not only did I find this oversaturation of promotion irritating, but it also made me wonder why the studios plugged this movie so hard.… Continue reading ARGYLLE Is Wild and Crazy Fun, But Not Particularly Original
ORIGIN Is An Intiguing Film, But Would’ve Been A Better Television Mini-Series
Journalist Isabel Wilkerson had taken a hiatus from her work to deal with some personal matters but was inspired by the killing of Trayvon Martin to further examine racism in America and how it was influenced by and influenced other forms of prejudice in the world. Director Ana DuVernay directs this adaptation of Wilkeson’s book,… Continue reading ORIGIN Is An Intiguing Film, But Would’ve Been A Better Television Mini-Series
Slamdance Film Festival: Restorage TV Web Series
At AFF, Restorage won the 2023 Austin Film Festival Audience Award for Produced Digital Series, created by Caleb Davis and E’an Verdugo, who also serves as director. The cast includes Jacob Daniels, Olivia Clari Nice, Connor Boyd, Joan Deschamps, Stephen R. Miller, Tyler Corie, and Stephen Miller. This month, the TV web series pilot headed… Continue reading Slamdance Film Festival: Restorage TV Web Series
Prime Video releases the Expats limited series on January 26, 2024
The six-part limited series Expats from creator, director, and writer Lulu Wang debuts on January 26 with two episodes. The series is based on Janice Y.K. Lee’s book “The Expatriates,” with Lee serving as a writer on the series, as well as Alice Bell, Vera Miao, and Gursimran Sandhu. While Wang directs all the episodes,… Continue reading Prime Video releases the Expats limited series on January 26, 2024
FREUD’S LAST SESSION Should Have Been More Enlightening
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
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