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The Rock paints the DC Universe black with basic superhero flick
Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures “Black Adam” is the latest entry within the DC Extended Universe. The film stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as the titular Black Adam, Pierce Brosnan as Dr. Fate and...
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‘Triangle of Sadness’: a powerful, poignant analysis of the lives of the...
The film’s ambitious mix of dark satirical comedy and social commentary culminates in a wondrous piece of art spearheaded by great performances. Courtesy of SF-Production Swedish director Ruben...
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Ryan Coogler pays homage to Chadwick Boseman in a Black women-centric Black...
Themes of grief and loss complement the commentary on the destabilization of African and Mesoamerican lands by imperialist countries in a film full of setbacks. Courtesy of Walt Disney Studios Motion...
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‘Aftersun’: an elegy for an elaborate portrait of missed human connection
The film’s intricately woven saudade paints a picture of what could have been, ensuing in the emergence of a magical first feature. Courtesy of Mubi A father and his daughter; a vacation in Turkey; a...
View Article‘Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths’: A chimeric, sentient glimpse...
Alejandro González Iñárritu has a lot on his mind. Iñárritu’s newest film, “Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths,” marks his return to the director’s helm, nearly seven years after the 2015...
View ArticleThe Top 10 narrative feature films of 2022
10. “Avatar: The Way Of Water” James Cameron delivers yet again another action-packed, spectacle-fueled adventure, surpassing the already staggering technical prowess of the first installment. Our...
View ArticleDespite all its visual beauty, you can skip ‘The Pale Blue Eye’
An eerie gothic ambiance permeates “The Pale Blue Eye,” with crisp shots of the bleak, desolate landscape and the haunting figure of the Military Academy where much of the story takes place. The...
View ArticleIn Retrospect: ‘Columbus’ reflects upon Kogonada’s delicate ode to...
Kogonada invites us to find solace through his gently moving story about architecture, friendship and belonging in his film, “Columbus.” Released in 2017, the video essayist turned director’s debut...
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‘Women Talking’ tackles uncomfortable questions
Upon seeing the costumes in “Women Talking,” I assumed that it was a period piece, perhaps set sometime in the 19th century. Then I learned that it was set in 2010, I was shocked — and intrigued....
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Sundance exclusive: ‘Justice’ reignites the fight against sexual assault on...
Jaelyn Gonzalez, The Highlander Content warning: This article may not be suited for readers sensitive to sexual violence. On the first day of the Sundance Film Festival, January 19, the press exclusive...
View Article‘Infinity Pool’ reaffirms Cronenberg’s ability to explore the grotesque
Brandon Cronenberg’s second feature “Infinity Pool” sets the Canadian director up for a bright future, as he follows in the footsteps of building a cult following like his father, “The King of Venereal...
View ArticleSundance exclusive: Rich Brian makes an acting debut in Justin Chon’s ‘Jamojaya’
On January 22, “Jamojaya” premiered at Eccles Theatre in Park City, Utah for the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. The director of “Jamojaya,” Justin Chon, expressed his sentiment for the project during the...
View Article‘Magic Mike’s Last Dance’ falls just short of its predecessors but manages to...
The “Magic Mike” film series made its final, long-awaited return to the big screen with “Magic Mike’s Last Dance” on Feb. 10th. Initially set to be released via streaming on HBO Max, Warner Bros....
View ArticleNetflix’s ‘Unlocked’ should stay locked away
There’s nothing modern horror and thriller writers hate more than a cell phone. A device that the characters can use to call for help instantly — where’s the tension in that? As a result, these stories...
View Article‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ falls short in every expectation
Ant-Man and the Wasp returned to cinema as of Feb. 17, as “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania;” starring Paul Rudd as the beloved Ant-Man and a recasting of his daughter Cassie Lang with actress Kathryn...
View Article‘Cocaine Bear’ provides a heart-pounding high
“Cocaine Bear” is a high-concept comedy that supplies an unbeatable cinematic experience. The comedy’s premise comes from a true story involving blow, a bear and drug smugglers. In 1985, a former...
View ArticleThe endless amount of impeccably crafted gun-heavy action fires ‘John Wick:...
American action cinema has often lagged behind its Asian counterparts, who particularly honed the art of onscreen hand-to-hand combat, combined with masterful stunt work. One turning point on a...
View Article‘Hunger’ cooks up a rise to stardom while shining light on class differences
When it comes to fine dining and the flashy spectacles within the world of “Hunger,” it’s a bigger message on socio-economic class and the whole discrepancy that comes with being associated as a...
View Article‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ makes a gigantic leap to cinema screens
Film adaptations of video games, theoretically, should be successful as they can draw in fans of both movies and games. However, films based on video game series have been notorious for bad scripts,...
View ArticleDespite Nicolas Cage’s performance, ‘Renfield’ falls short of expectations
Released April 14th, “Renfield” follows the story of Robert Montague Renfield, played by Nicholas Hoult, who has been Dracula’s esteemed servant for centuries. After all these years, Renfield decides...
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