‘The Condor Daughter’ is Beautiful and Heartfelt
The Condor Daughter is one of the most beautiful films that I’ve seen so far this year. I would recommend seeing this film on the biggest screen possible.
‘Widow’s Bay’ and the Blending of Genre
The first season of Widow’s Bay is a favorite with both fans and critics, and I cannot wait to see what season two has in store!
‘Primetime’ and the Realities of Entertainment Today
Primetime is an opportunity to look at how the media landscape has changed over the last twenty years… and how that media has changed us as well.
‘I am Frankelda’ is a Creative Fever Dream
I am Frankelda is the perfect film for spooky season! If you’re in the mood for some weird creatures and some truly beautiful stop-motion animation, definitely check out this film!
‘The Christophers’ is a Meditation on Art and Legacy
There is nowhere to hide in The Christophers; it requires tremendous performances from the two leads, and Coel and McKellen deliver.
‘Furious’ is Exceptional
Elizabeth Meriwether and the team have brought us something truly special in Furious… and I cannot wait to see where the show goes in season two.
‘The Whisper Man’ is a Run-of-the-Mill Crime Thriller
The Whisper Man is like what you see with many Netflix films—it’s predictable enough that you watch while cooking dinner or folding laundry and not feel as though you’ve missed anything.
‘Beef’ Season 2 is Puzzling
Beef season two is an interesting ride. It starts off strong, but falters in the second half of the season.
‘Beef’ Season 1 is Bonkers (Complimentary)
I wasn’t sure how the premise of Beef would lend itself to an entire season of television, but it absolutely works!
‘One Golden Summer’ is About More than Baseball
One Golden Summer is about way more than baseball. This is a powerful documentary about the power of narrative, the danger of unjust systems, and the damage that can happen when people forget the humanity of others.
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ and the Difficulty of a Legacy Sequel
Even with its flaws, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is a lot of fun to watch. Seeing the original cast back in these iconic roles is a wonderful experience, and this is definitely a film that’s worth seeing in the theaters if you are able.
‘The ‘Burbs’ is a Fun Suburban Mystery
I can’t wait to see what hijinks our heroes will get into next and what new nefarious happenings they will discover in the ‘safest town in America.’
‘F1: The Movie’ is a Long Episode of ‘Drive to Survive’
F1 is a really fun film to watch, but it doesn’t have any business being in the Best Picture race. However, If you’re looking for more F1 content in between Drive to Survive seasons, F1 is the perfect movie for you.
‘Wuthering Heights’ and The Difficulty of Adapting a Beloved Novel
Adapting a novel is always difficult. It’s rare to find a case where the movie is better than the book. And the more beloved a book is, the more challenging it becomes to bring it to the big screen.
‘The Rip’ is Fine
The strength of The Rip is the fact that no one in this film seems trustworthy, especially not the cops who are in charge of collecting and counting this large sum of money. Can anyone be trusted?
‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Surprised Me
Dead Man’s Wire is a slow-burning film that consistently creates tension throughout thanks to the excellent leads.
‘His & Hers’ is a Twisting Tale
If you’re in the mood for an exciting thriller that will keep you guessing at every turn, consider checking out His & Hers, currently streaming on Netflix.
‘H is for Hawk’ is a Tender Depiction of Loss and Depression
H is for Hawk is an invitation to empathy and a beautiful reminder of the power of community and connection.