A Socially Conscious Coming-Of-Age Dramedy That Puts Heart, Humanity & Humor First
Summary Julian Dennison shines in Uproar, delivering a poignant performance as a teenager finding his identity. Uproar expertly intertwines a teenager's self-realization with political upheaval and racial tensions in 1980s New Zealand. Uproar offers an authentic portrayal of mixed Māori…
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Makeup Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Two unlikely roommates connect in a harsh and unforgiving world in Hugo Andre and Will Masheter’s feature film, Makeup. Sacha (Hugo Andre) is a new transplant from his homeland of France to the UK. Striking out on his own, this…
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‘9-1-1’ Season 7 Review — New Network? No Problem
The Big Picture Season 7 of 9-1-1 starts with major disasters challenging the characters' personal lives. The emergency calls in the episodes continue to relate to the characters' struggles, merging drama with action. The premiere sets up a multi-episode arc…
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Frida Kahlo’s Complex Life Gets A Unique Personal Spotlight In Compelling Documentary
Summary Frida explores the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, using both her art and her writings to reflect her complex life. Narratives from her diary entries and letters provide insight into how her life influenced her art. The documentary…
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Irish Wish Review: A Fantasy Filled with Love and Laughter
Irish Wish, the latest offering from director Janeen Damian, beckons us into a realm where the fantastical meets the all-too-familiar whirlwind of romantic emotions. Starring Lindsay Lohan, who has seemingly found a cozy niche with Netflix following their prior collaboration,…
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‘Civil War’ Review — Alex Garland’s Dystopian Vision Is His Best Film Yet
The Big Picture Alex Garland's Civil War explores the perils of combat journalism amidst a civil war. The film emphasizes the importance of journalism and societal interaction with information. Civil War offers a visually stunning, chaotic dystopian narrative with outstanding…
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The Thundermans Return Review: A Disappointing Blast to the Past
The Thundermans Return, directed by Trevor Kirschner and written by Jed Spingarn, aims to rekindle the love and nostalgia for the original television series The Thundermans that aired from 2013 to 2018. While it successfully reunites the original cast, including…
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Malta Featured, Reviews Film Threat
SXSW FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Malta is a drama by Colombian writer-director Natalia Santa. It is intelligent and well-written and culminates in becoming an entrancing character study. The title refers to the place, yes, but it represents a dream, a goal, for…
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Alex Garland’s Latest Is Both Unforgettable & Challenging As Hell [SXSW]
Look, let’s be honest. From the opening seconds of its debut trailer, we all knew that Alex Garland’s “Civil War” would not be a pill that went down easily. Garland may have built his career around challenging visions of the…
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Lindsay Lohan’s Second Netflix Rom-Com Is A Silly, Flawed Watch
Summary Lindsay Lohan stars in the Netflix rom-com Irish Wish, filled with magical elements and a love triangle. Despite awkward dialogue and magical interference, the leads' chemistry shines in the central romance. The supporting characters lacks depth, but Lohan's return…
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‘Irish Wish’ Puts the Magic Back into Rom-Coms
The Big Picture Ed Speleers is a show-stealer with great chemistry alongside Lindsay Lohan. The costumes and set design in Irish Wish are exceptional and visually captivating. Odd plot choices, under-utilization of Jane Seymour, and minimal Irish representation are notable…
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An Army of Women Featured, Reviews Film Threat
SXSW FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! An Army of Women is the first documentary from Julie Lunde Lillesæter. A cinematographer by trade, she opted to produce, direct, and shoot the film. This film covers a serious and difficult topic with grace and dignity.…
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