Category: Classic
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Anora Shows Power as the Cover of Weakness
In “Anora,” directed by Sean Baker, 23-year-old Ani navigates life as a stripper turned girlfriend to a Russian oligarch’s son. The film explores themes of class disparity and personal value through Ani’s experiences, mixing dark humor with poignant moments. Madison’s performance captures the struggles of Generation Z, highlighting the fragility of hope and self-worth.
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Exploring Sinners: Music, Drama, and Oscar-Worthy Performances
“Sinners,” directed by Ryan Coogler, features twins Elijah and Elias Moore, played by Michael B. Jordan, returning to the Mississippi Delta post-WWI after working for Al Capone. They aim to create a juke joint, enlisting local musicians. The film, notable for its stellar performances and captivating soundtrack, takes unexpected turns in its narrative.
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Another Look: Oh God! is a slice of Heaven (*****)
“Oh God!” (1977), directed by Carl Reiner and starring John Denver and George Burns, follows mild-mannered supermarket assistant manager Jerry Landers, who faces slander charges after claiming to have interviewed God. The film balances humor and sincerity, enhanced by strong performances and a well-crafted script, delivering a delightful cinematic experience.
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Catching Up with the Marvel Cinematic Universe
It’s been a while since I have reviewed MCU films. Here is my attempt to catch up.
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Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning, Part 1 (*****) doesn’t leave us hanging
McQuarrie and Cruise have pullled this series right to the top of the heap in an era where many movie makers feel justified making films with such animation as to feel like literal cartoons of CGI.
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Waiting for a Tár to fall (*****)
No matter what the field in life, whether its art, business, politics or religion, being a master at something can lead to suffering of the soul.
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Prey (*****) – Is Predator in its purest form
Prey is the Predator film that threatens to put all of the others to shame.
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Thor: Love and Thunder (*****) – Not everybody gets a hammer
Natalie Portman was the least appealing aspect of the first two Thor films. When she was not in on the third film, the series completely hit its stride for the first time. Now she’s back. Will it kill the vibe in the room that Taika Waititi brought with him for Ragnorok?
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Spider-man: No Way Home (*****) is the magic number
It does the almost impossible task of bringing together everything we’ve seen and opens the door to everything else we might see in the future.
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