Tag: Ari Aster
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The Waste of Talent in Eddington should be avoided
Eddington, directed by Ari Aster and featuring a notable cast, is criticized for its chaotic narrative and underutilization of talent, particularly Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal. Set in a small New Mexico town during COVID, it fails to effectively convey meaningful stories, resulting in a frustrating cinematic experience overall.
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Beau is Afraid (**1/2) – When weird isn’t enough
…requisite talent is in abundance but Beau is Afraid feels more like a vanity project aping his auteur heroes.
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12 Thoughts on Midsommar – The Director’s Cut (****1/2) spoilers ahead…
#midsommarthedirectorscut Ari Aster somehow makes the film feel shorter by adding 24 minutes.
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Midsommar (***1/2) – You’ve never been held…
If you want to be unsettled by the horror of reality and have a laugh midway through, try this film out. Even if it’s not perfect, it is a good to nearly great film. It’s dedicated film-craft, and worthy of your support.
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Adams and Jefferson on Movies: Hereditary, etc…I Feel Possessed
In which two old friends discuss Hereditary, The VVitch and Rosemary’s Baby, among other things.
Ebert Did It Better: Gasbag Reviews 