Tag: movie-review
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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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Why Another Simple Favor Fails to Impress
Another Simple Favor – 2025 Director Paul FeigScreenplay Jessica Sharzer, Laeta KalagridisStarring Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Andrew Rannells, Bashir Salahuddin, Elizabeth Perkins, Michele Morrone, Elena Sofia Ricci, Henry Golding, Allison Janney A sequel to A Simple Favor was something to which this viewer looked forward. Anna Kendrick plays one of her more memorable characters in…
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Until Dawn(**), it’s the world of Wendigos
Until Dawn – 2025Director David F. SandbergScreenplay Gary Dauberman, Blair ButlerStarring Ella Rubin, Michael Cimino, Odessa A’zion, Ji-young Yoo, Belmont Cameli, Maia Mitchell, Peter Stormare Until Dawn is an attempt to bring a decade old horror fantasy game for Playstation 3 into the world of cinema. The interesting thing is the actors chosen to portray…
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Rami Malek Stars in The Amateur: A Unique Spy Film
The Amateur – 2025 Director James HawesScreenplay Ken Nolan, Gary Spinelli based on the novel by Robert LittellStarring Rami Malek, Rachel Brosnahan, Caitriona Balfe, Michael Stuhlbarg, Laurence Fishburne, Colt McCallany, Julianne Nicholson, Jon Bernthal Rami Malek has invested himself in few roles since his Oscar winning role of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody. His most…
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The Woman In The Yard Has Been There Before (***)
“The Woman In the Yard” directed by Jaume Collet-Serra tells the story of Ramona, portrayed by Danielle Deadwyler, grappling with loss in a decaying farmhouse alongside her children. A mysterious woman in black introduces an ominous element, but the film’s familiar narrative ultimately falls short despite strong performances, lacking surprises and depth.
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