Black Bird delivers powerhouse performances and chilling tension, but I wasn’t as hooked as I expected. Here’s why this slow-burn thriller with standout acting didn’t fully pull me in, though it’s still very much worth watching.
Spike Lee’s Malcolm X is an epic portrayal of a life filled with transformation, struggle, and triumph. With Denzel Washington’s breathtaking performance and Lee’s bold direction, the film captures the essence of Malcolm X while inviting viewers to grapple with his legacy.
Even for those unfamiliar with Bob Dylan’s music, A Complete Unknown offers a fascinating look at his journey from obscurity to icon. Anchored by Timothée Chalamet’s performance and carried by unforgettable music, it’s a film that educates, entertains, and surprises in equal measure.
Bernardo Bertolucci (Director), Puyi (Novel)CASTJohn LoneJoan ChenPeter O'TooleYing RuochengVictor WongDennis DunVivian WuRyuichi SakamotoBased on From Emperor to Citizen, The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi by Puyi Review I've been aware of this movie for a long time but only recently saw it when one of my local movie theatre put it back on the big … Continue reading The Last Emperor (Movie Review) | An Informative Historical Drama
Sofia Coppola's Priscilla takes an unconventional approach to exploring the life of Priscilla Presley, portrayed by Caille Spaeny (Mare of Easttown), and her relationship with the iconic Elvis Presley, played by Jacob Elordi (The Kissing Booth). Based on Priscilla Presley's 1985 memoir Elvis and Me, the film offers a quiet and peculiar cinematic experience that … Continue reading Priscilla (Movie Review) | A Quirky Journey Through Elvis’ World
Writer: Daniel James Brown (Novel), Mark L. Smith (Screenplay) Director: George Clooney Stars: Joel Edgerton, Callum Turner, Peter Guinness, Sam Strike, Thomas Elms, Jack Mulhern, Luke Slattery. The story seems very interesting, and I'll try to read the book before the release. As for Clooney's directing, I've only watched The Midnight Sky and liked it … Continue reading The Boys in the Boat | Trailer
Writer: Brock Yates (Novel), Troy Kennedy Martin (Screenplay) Director: Michael Mann Stars: Adam Driver, Penélope Cruz, Shailene Woodley, Gabriel Leone, Sarah Gadon, Jack O'Connell, Patrick Dempsey, Michele Savoia, Erik Haugen, Giuseppe Bonifati I didn't expect this teaser to be as smart and intense. The sound of the car engines, Enzo Ferrari's life flashing before our … Continue reading Ferrari (2023) | Teaser Trailer
Trailer for Love & Death, a biographical crime drama about two churchgoing couples enjoy small town family life in Texas - until somebody picks up an axe.
Simon Stone is not an actor or a director, as it is the case here, that I was familiar with. But the cast, Carey Mulligan (Promising Young Woman, The Great Gatsby), Ralph Fiennes (Spectre, Harry Potter), Lily James (Cinderella) and Johnny Flynn (Emma) to name a few were known to me. However, the movie's story … Continue reading The Dig (Movie Review) | Beautiful But Subtly Tragic
The Program is an Odyssey of Lance Armstrong’s career, from his very first Tour de France to his downfall. The story follows an Irish sport journalist, David Walsh, that becomes convinced that Armstrong’s performances are fueled by banned substances. Walsh then starts hunting for evidence that will expose Armstrong. Stephen Frears’ film made cycling exciting, … Continue reading The Program (Movie review) | Cycling Made Interesting
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