‘Strange Darling’ is a brilliant psychological horror and kept me hooked from the beginning with its clever non-linear storytelling. The movie felt like a puzzle unraveling and kept me guessing. Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner deliver standout performances, bringing transformative energy and dimension to their roles.The technical production of the film was on point. I…
The biographical film, ‘Reagan,’ is a portrayal of the life and legacy of one of America’s iconic presidents, Ronald Reagan. This historical drama takes audiences on an emotional journey and sheds light on the ups and downs of someone who dedicated their life to public service. Specifically, the film highlights the complexities of his presidency,…
‘The House’ is a wonderful stop-animation piece that is perfectly paired with innovative stories in a dark and dramatic tone. All three chapters capture a Kafkaesque and Twilight Zone kind of horror. The anthology film format was great and while it may seem that the three stories are disconnected, they all allude to the human…
‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’ is a visually dynamic experience with fantastic world-building, intense action sequences/stunts, stunning visuals, and a captivating storyline. Chris Hemsworth’s portrayal of the antagonist, Dementus, is authentic and menacing. Hemsworth stole the show in my opinion – he has a chameleon-like ability to change characters and mannerisms showcasing excellent acting craftsmanship….
‘Longlegs’ is a captivating movie that follows a detective chasing down an enigmatic serial killer known as Longlegs. This film masterfully intertwines the suspense of a thriller with the dark lure of horror. A scalpel is used to craft this film as it displays detailed artistry that is both beautiful and disturbing. This film is…
‘Catch Me If You Can’ is a fantastic film that is fast paced and grips your attention from start to finish. The movie has a charming animated title sequence, featuring John Williams’s score and flows through the gifted craftsman of Steven Spielberg. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Frank Abagnale, Jr., a real-life teen-aged con man that…
‘Challengers’ is a compelling movie presented in a manner that mirrors tennis– it is fierce, kinetic, and competitive. This movie explores themes of love, lust, ambition and jealousy with so much precision that it feels that a scalpel was used in each scene. The three lead actors, Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist were great…
‘Blink Twice’ is the directorial debut from Zoë Kravitz. The movie has a dark twist and a down the rabbit hole vibe. The tension and dark humor are engaging. I enjoyed the first act, but the rest of the plot felt predictable and lacked originality. However, I thought the cinematography was intriguing. The film…
Living was brilliant and poignant. It was a sad movie but at the same time marvelously uplifting with impeccable performances, directing, writing, cinematography, and score. Specifically, the script has a charming and gentle wit to it, whilst also packing a powerful emotional punch. Bill Nighy was fantastic and I was deeply moved. He captured every…
‘I Am: Celine Dion’ is a poignant documentary on a living legend. The documentary covers Celine’s diagnosis and treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) which is a rare autoimmune neurological disorder that has impaired her ability to perform. SPS typically causes muscle stiffness and painful spasms and exhibits symptoms such as an unsteady gait, slurred speech or double vision…