Taika Waititi Exposes Predjudice vs Humanity as Hilter in Jojo Rabbit
As a woman of color in this country, this film struck a particularly strong chord. Just as Jews in WW II were considered to be devilish, mythical creatures who are…
Chameleon Naomie Harris Shines as Rookie Cop in Black and Blue
What happens when the tables are turned and you are a female rookie cop? A cop, returning from war in Afghanistan, with a desire to shift her home town of…
Maleficient: Mistress of Evil is Diabolically Delicious Vehicle for Jolie
Having not seen the original incarnation, I was thoroughly enchanted. After all, it's not where you think you come from that matters...it's who you love. A mother's love, whether biological…
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FOURTH ANNUAL CRITICS’ CHOICE DOCUMENTARY AWARDS NOMINATIONS UNVEILED
The Biggest Little Farm leads this year with seven nominations, including Best Documentary Feature, John Chester for Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Score, Best Narration, and Best Science/Nature Documentary. Recognized…
Antonio Banderas Spectacular as Tortured Filmmaker in Pain and Glory
Infused with dazzling color and emotional dynamism, Pain and Glory marks another beautiful work thanks sot eh genius of Pedro Almodovar. His color palate is exquisitely used to propel the…
Will Smith Goes Back to The Future with Gemini Man
Poisoned honey is the perfect way to describe Gemini Man. It's so sweet to go back down memory lane witnessing a younger Will Smith that so many of us identify…
Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite Puts Social Class Prejudice and Greed on Notice
Parasite is a perfect example of what happens when one tries to 'keep up with the Joneses' by any means necessary. One of the most poignant scenes is one where…
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Joaquin Phoenix is Batshit Crazy Brilliant in Joker
Phoenix brings an emaciated, pill popping Joker back with vengeance, vigor and vivaciousness that will have your head swirling long after the credits have rolled. Produced by Warner Brothers Studios,…
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Soderbergh Provides Lively Scandal Recollection in The Laundromat
Soderbergh is a master at pacing out a film and nothing is more true than with this one. He gives it the hilarity and pacing of his Oceans film mixed…
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Abominable is Adorable E.T. for a Whole New Generation
Featuring the voices of Eddie Izzard, Sarah Paulson, and Chloe Bennet, this spectacular animated adventure follows a clever teen girl and a Yeti as they rove the Himalayas in the…
