Written and directed by Jennifer Kent, ‘The Babadook’ is a psychological horror powerhouse that really gets under your skin. There are allegorical themes of grief, depression, mental illness, hate, and more. The movie is riddled with symbolism and evocative storytelling, allowing the viewer to reach their own interpretations and theorize key sequences. ‘The Babadook’ revolves around a widowed mother parenting a truly dysfunctional child. One…
“Life is full of possibilities. You just need to know where to look. Don’t miss out on the joys of life.”‘Soul’ (2020) – Pixar Special Theatrical Engagement is happening right now! ‘Soul’ is Pixar’s most human and soulful movie yet. This film is probably the most captivating animated films I’ve ever seen! This movie is…
This movie is a wild and captivating journey with so much all at once! The film itself is visually stunning, and the balance of humor and emotion was perfect. Michelle Yeoh was the stand-out performance for me and really brought this movie to life! I thought the use of parallel editing in this movie was cleverly done. The…
‘Goodnight Mommy’ is an Austrian psychological drama that is deliberately slow-paced, at first; but it does a really good job of setting up the storyline and character development. If you are paying attention, you should be able to pick up on several clues that foreshadow the ending. Elias and Lukas (the Schwartz brothers) move to…
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is an innovative achievement with dimensional storytelling through kaleidoscopic animation. The cinematography pushes the envelope by combining diverse artistic mediums with detail and a vibrant color palette. The comic book-style animation not only strengthens the story but becomes an integral part of it, propelling the narrative forward in unexpected ways. The story is well-crafted, expanding upon existing characters, introducing new ones, and encompassing…
The Science of Stranger Things: Strange things are happening in Hawkins, Indiana. Of these strange things, perhaps the strangest is the metamorphoses occurring in The Upside Down due to governmental lab experiments… Let’s start dissecting! Summary: “Stranger Things” involves government conspiracies, secret science experiments and spooky supernatural forces packed with 80s nostalgia. The show’s Spielberg-esque plot…
Let’s start dissecting! Summary: Top Gun (1986) made Tom Cruise a superstar, and now 36 years later he jumps back in role of Pete Mitchell aka Maverick almost like he never even left!Maverick is ordered to train several young pilots for a mission and all the while sees a little bit of himself in them….
‘Dirty Pretty Things’ is a quietly intense and morally charged thriller that thrives on its restrained yet effective cinematography and a remarkably strong cast. Cinematographer Chris Menges uses muted tones and dim lighting to reflect the shadowy underworld of London’s immigrant life, capturing a sense of claustrophobia, fatigue, and alienation. The visuals never glamorize the…
I am a huge fan of Paul Tomas Anderson’s work going back to Hard Eight. He is one of those directors/writers where every film he does is quite distinct from one another. Licorice Pizza is definitely not another Boogie Nights, except for the fact that they both represent specific time periods in the United States….
Young Frankenstein is a great parody of classic horror films, particularly Frankenstein. The greatest thing about this Mel Brook’s comedy classic is that you can really tell that this tribute was made with affection for both Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein. Director, Mel Brooks, does such a great job with “Young Frankenstein” and in my…