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Marvel movies struggle to portray compelling villains. Not here. Killmoger is that rare thing: a truly villainous villain who is nonetheless sympathetic. Continue reading Review: Black Panther
While I think it’s primarily a romance, there are elements of cold-war thriller, elements of fantasy, and a climax strongly reminiscent of movies I loved as a child. Continue reading Review: The Shape Of Water
Jack the Ripper is stalking Gotham and Batman is determined to stop him. Unfortunately the newly returned Bruce Wayne is the prime suspect. Continue reading Review: Batman: Gotham by Gaslight
The parallels between the story of the Pentagon Papers and the current political climate in the USA are almost too obvious. It’s no secret that this movie is, in effect, Spielberg’s statement on that. I didn’t want another film to Continue reading Review: The Post
A magical adventure with genuine heart and some very mature things to say. Continue reading Review: Coco
Impressive, funny, serious…Well worth a look. Continue reading Review: Downsizing
At the very least, you have to give Ridley Scott credit for getting the film out on time after what was an eleventh hour decision to replace Kevin Spacey as one of the stars. I’m not sure I would have Continue reading Review: All The Money In The World
A powerful film, surprisingly funny, hauntingly real. Continue reading Review: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
The opening of the film is stunning: a musical number showcasing the thrills and wonders of the circus, which begins to darken and fall apart before our eyes until the ringmaster stands alone, the dream faded, then we flash back to the beginning, Barnum’s childhood. Continue reading Review: The Greatest Showman
No spoilers. A worthy addition to the Skywalker saga. Continue reading Review: Star Wars: The Last Jedi