Reviews, Discussions, and Interviews – All from Nashville
Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ is a Mesmerizing Dance of Darkness (Review)
This captivating original blockbuster from the visionary filmmaker makes for the year’s first memorable film. Whenever director Ryan Coogler and actor Michael B. Jordan reunite for film, it’s a guarantee to grab your attention. From...
‘Warfare’ is a Haunting but Honest War Film About the Heat of Battle (Review)
A band of brothers-in-arms tries to complete their mission on a day during the Iraq War in this film from Alex Garland and former US Navy Seal Ray Mendoza. A good memory is both a blessing and a curse; the uncanny talent to retain information for a long space of time...
‘Drop’ Has its Moments, but is Ultimately Forgettable (Review)
The latest from Blumhouse has an interesting premise, but fails to deliver on anything original. When I first saw the trailer for Drop, I thought it had a chance to be a lot of fun. The idea was interesting enough, as it's about a mysterious figure airdropping...
‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ is a Humorous and Sweet Folk Rock Tale (Review)
An unusual concert opportunity leads a struggling folk rock singer to yearn for his glory days in this Sundance hit. Tom Basden and Tim Key are two British actors who first met in the four-person Cowards comedy troupe, which went on to create radio and TV...
‘Freaky Tales’ is Delightful Oddity Rooted in Oakland (Review)
Authenticity and supernatural intertwine in late 80’s Oakland. When I visited the city of Oakland over a decade ago, there was just a vibe to it unlike most other metropolitan cities I’ve visited in the states. Unlike its sister city San Francisco across...
Cast Carries A24’s Amusing, Yet Somewhat Shallow ‘Death of a Unicorn’ (Review)
This horror comedy that’s right up A24’s alley is enjoyable enough, thanks to its recognizable cast. If any studio is going to have a more notable film slate for the first half of the year than A24, then please let me know. But as it stands, Death of a Unicorn...
‘Eephus’ is Endearing Simplicity Revolved Around America’s Pastime (Review)
Director Carson Lund’s feature debut laces a triple down the line. Much like the comedy genre, sports films are becoming fewer and far between in the theatrical space. But when they strike (and in this case make good contact, it’s impactful), they make for...
Jack Quaid Charms in Quirky B-Action-Comedy ‘Novocaine’ (Review)
The main star’s presence along with some clever ideas make this action-comedy fresher than you’d expect. For over a decade now, we’ve seen action films try to replicate the success of the John Wick franchise. Some have succeeded, but most have failed. But all...
‘The Day the Earth Blew Up’ is a Delightful & Fun Looney Tunes Movie (Review)
Daffy Duck and Porky Pig uncover an alien's plot to take over the Earth in their first entirely 2D-animated original feature film. The timeless Looney Tunes characters may have won five Academy Awards in the Best Animated Short Film category across their nine decades...