A few weeks ago, I said “Self, should I lower my standards for cinema in this new landscape?” Continue reading
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Uncorked
This time is presenting two invitations to the world: 1. to see diverse stories on the screen 2. to think about who we are and what are we called to do.
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Atlantics
“Mati Diop, with her submission of “Atlantics” to the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, is the first black woman director in history to compete in the festival’s competition.” – NYTimes Continue reading
Spenser Confidential
New critique standard for streaming movies?
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The Invisible Man
I was not ready. The plot of the film has a timely message as domestic violence continues to be exposed more openly. I was not ready, and glad that I was not. I felt all of her emotions and will to survive.
From the desk of Dr. Metzger
That was quite scary. “Invisible Man” was chillingly clever with just the right amount of startle. It’s always a pleasant surprise to see a remake that doesn’t reek of lazy. Well done.
Side note: Elisabeth Ross frightens me
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Directed By: Leigh Whannell
Starring: Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Harriet Dyer
Runtime: 2 hrs, 4 mins
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Downhill
I am still unsure of the issue…
From the desk of Dr. Dion Metzger
All this movie did was make we want to go skiing again. I’m a Will Ferrell fan too but he just seemed like a fish out of water, without his comedic nature. Announcement: not all films need to have an American remake. I was excited about the cast but everything went downhill once the film started.
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Directed By: Nat Faxon, Jim Rash
Starring: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Will Ferrell, Miranda Otto
Runtime: 1 hr, 26 mins
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The Photograph
My Mae, I wish I had put as much courage into love as I put into my work. Continue reading
