Michael B. Jordan and Jaime Foxx Mesmerize in Just Mercy
Just Mercy is a film that will inspire you to look beyond the crime and see the men or women accused. Yes, some of them have committed some heinous crimes,…
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Alfre Woodard Stellar in Clemency – A Raw, Emotional Look at Death Row
Chononye Chuckwu perfectly encapsulates and humanizes lawyers, criminals and prison staff in this heart stopping drama. This is by far a career best for the legendary Alfre Woodard. The list…
Adam Sandler is No Joke in Uncut Gems
You know the person that buys a lottery ticket every day, goes to the racetrack and plays craps with the unwavering belief that with every dime they own (and sometimes…
Portrait of a Lady on Fire is a Smoldering Love Story with Grace
Noémie Merlant and Adèle Haenel are absolute exquisite to watch. The less they say, the more intriguing their relationship becomes and I was there for all of it. Kudos to…
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Tom Hanks is Pitch Perfect in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Forgiveness. Humanity. Love. Understanding. These words seem very simple, yet they were anything but to Fred Rogers. Fred Rogers was a man with infinite patience, but the point is he…
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Damon and Bale Crush it in Racing Drama Ford v Ferrari
Although I loved learning about the Ford v Ferrari feud and how Fiat came in flipping everything upside down and standout performances from Matt Damon and Christian Bale, this film's…
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Film Noir Tourette’s Gumshoe Mystery Makes Motherless Brooklyn Priceless
As Director, Producer and lead actor, Norton brings a film noir vibe to Motherless Brooklyn that is most refreshing. However, the film does run a tad long getting a little…
TIFF 19: Hugh Jackman Deliciously Diabolical in Bad Education
Inspired by a true story, Bad Education is a smartly assembled, hilariously dark, at times squirm-in-your-seat chronicle of the most fascinating financial crime in the history of the US school…
Immigration Lead Character of The Sun is Also a Star
I was in love and looking to expand my career by moving from New York City to Los Angeles. The relationship I was involved in at the time was strained…
Sophie Cookson Steals the Spy Spotlight in Red Joan
As an enormous Judi Dench fan, I have to admit that I was taken aback at how her talent is underused in this spy/thriller drama. Red Joan is a more…
