The main issue with Bombshell is a certain lack of perception, a reticence to truly examine a culture that was practically guaranteed to implode one way or another. To the film’s credit, it does…
The Goldfinch Review: Baffling structure and bland execution crashes novel adaptation
It must be really hard to write a story. Starting it off the right way with interesting characters that have distinct personalities, then having to present a conflict or issue that motivates said char…
Big Little Lies Season Two Premiere Review: New faces are introduced in gripping return
To clean the air, let’s first discuss the Streep of it all. We’re only an episode into season two and yes, it looks like they’re setting the story up so that Meryl Streep’s Mary Louise, mother-in-law …
Destroyer Movie Review: Director Karyn Kusama can’t save an unfocused script
Karyn Kusama, a formidable master of atmosphere, is no stranger to warring tones. Jennifer’s Body married comedy, scares and a before its time message of a teen girls ability to weaponize her se…
Aquaman Movie Review: A Fun Underwater Adventure
Arthur Curry finally gets his first solo live-action adventure in Aquaman, following his first major appearance in last year’s Justice League. While he is little more than a fun supporting character i…
Boy Erased Movie Review: A Strong Ensemble Stabilizes Joel Edgerton’s Adaptation
Based on Garrard Conley’s memoir Boy Erased: A Memoir, writer director and Joel Edgerton does fine work in adapting from the source material a story of familial and internal strife that intrinsi…
‘Boy Erased’ Review: A Strong Ensemble Stabilizes Joel Edgerton’s Adaptation | TIFF 2018
Based on Garrard Conley’s memoir Boy Erased: A Memoir, writer director and Joel Edgerton does fine work in adapting from the source material a story of familial and internal strife that intrinsi…