Reviews
‘Concrete Cowboy’ is a Showcase of What’s to Come from Caleb McLaughlin (Review)
It’s hard not to wonder what will happen to any of the kids who star in Stranger Things, Netflix’s most popular original show of all-time, once the series concludes. We already know that Millie Bobby Brown is on her way there, having starred in some higher profile...
When the Kings Collide, it’s on in ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ (Review)
The path to the epic showdown between Godzilla and Kong in this MonsterVerse has not exactly been the smoothest road. All three movies leading up to this point have dealt with issues within the asphalt of said road. Godzilla didn’t show enough of everyone’s favorite...
Musical Numbers Help Keep ‘A Week Away’ From Feeling Like Most Faith-Based Movies (Review)
I’ll be honest: faith-based movies usually fall at the bottom of the totem pole or desire for me to watch. It’s only because these faith-based movies are typically low on production values coupled with very, very bad acting. And I get it: most faith-based movies rely...
High-Octane Bob Odenkirk is More Than Just a ‘Nobody’ in this Action Romp (Review)
If you’ve seen a trailer for Nobody, I’m sure you’ve already thought, “This looks just like John Wick.” And you would be right, to an extent, and you’ll likely see the comparisons in other reviews of the movie. Sure, there are a handful of John Wick-esque action...
So Far, ‘Invincible’ is the Best New TV Show of 2021 (Review)
In today’s age of television, there are so many options available to choose from on several streaming services and network channels. And when a new television show makes its debut, I have to decide whether I’m going to add it to the ever-growing catalogue of my...
Zack Snyder’s Justice League is a Heroic Triumph That’s Almost Beyond Belief (Review)
It’s hard to believe that a little over three years ago, a theatrical version of Justice League was released and panned by critics, given “meh” responses from audiences, and then ultimately became a colossal box office disappointment for what should’ve been a huge...
Lucky is a Sharp & Surreal Horror Film That Speaks Terrifying Social Truths (Review)
If there’s any niche of the film industry that rising filmmakers commonly break into, it’s the horror genre, and Iranian-American director Natasha Kermani should do just that in her second feature film, Lucky. Together, she and writer-lead actress Brea Grant have...
‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ is One of the Best Disney Animated Movies in Years (Review)
As the pandemic continues to linger, the state of seeing big releases in movie theaters remains in purgatory. COVID-19 case numbers are going down, seemingly causing box office numbers to go up to the point that theaters are beginning to show signs of a pulse, albeit...
‘Cherry’ is a Sour, Over-Bloated Odyssey from The Russo Brothers (Review)
The Russo Brothers, Anthony and Joe, are some of the best filmmakers in the business right now. Aside from helping shape the Marvel Cinematic Universe over the past decade, they also have their hands on several other interesting projects both in television and film...
Minari is a Lovely & Intimate Look at an Asian Family’s Pursuit of The American Dream (Review)
Lee Isaac Chung’s directorial debut film Minari is getting buzz in multiple categories at the Academy Awards this year, and upon first watch, it’s easy to see why it’s worthy of all the accolades it’s sure to receive. The film dedicates itself to depicting both an...
‘Nomadland’ is Simplistic, Poetic and One of 2020’s Best Films (Review)
There are certain low-budget indie movies that come out every year that are absolute must-sees. Its looks like in 2020, Nomadland is 100% that movie. There is something captivating and beautiful about a movie that feels so human and genuine. Nomadland is captivating...
‘Malcolm & Marie’ is an Acting Showcase that Gets Under Your Skin (Review)
If you had guessed that a grainy black and white film with a scene involving macaroni and cheese would eventually sell for $30 million during the middle of a pandemic, please reach out to me to collect your prize. Conceived and shot during the middle of the pandemic,...