In our three person review (hello guest writers Conor Bell and Brandon Woodruff) we talk about Dunkirk.
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The War is for the Planet, but These Apes are After Your Heart
People often complain about the modern state of cinema (or music, or whatever) and it’s easy to look around and say, “They just don’t make ‘em like they used to.” Especially when you’re regularly inundated with a barrage of crap. But we shouldn’t forget that it’s the one percent of exceptional work that will be… Continue reading The War is for the Planet, but These Apes are After Your Heart
A Ghost Story is an Intimate and Cosmic Masterpiece
David Lowery has become one of my favorite up-and-coming directors. I remember enjoying his art house western Ain’t Them Bodies Saints (2013), but he really earned my interest with his decision to direct a Disney children’s movie, Pete’s Dragon (2016). Lowery executed a potentially soulless mission with care and grace. He didn’t sell-out, Disney bought-in.… Continue reading A Ghost Story is an Intimate and Cosmic Masterpiece
Nineteenth-Century Modernism within Ruben Östlund’s Force Majeure
Our crazy smart friend and guest writer Jason Patel offers an in-depth look at Scandinavian Modernist Theater and Force Majeure.
Lost in Paris Visits a City Worth Living In
Getting Lost in Paris is a funny, unique, and genuinely decent time.
Screenwriting 101: Chicago’s Twisted Act One
Breaking down Act 1 of a fantastic play & film about someone breaking bad.
POV Breeds Paranoia in It Comes At Night (But Our Reviewers Trust Each Other)
Chris and Guest Reviewer Conor Bell discuss POV and dark shadows in It Comes At Night
Colossal Mixes Human Drama with the Colossally Weird to Great Effect
Strong performances elevate this monster film.
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