A Raucous, Rebellious Tribute To The Rappers Fighting For The Irish Language [Sundance]

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A Raucous, Rebellious Tribute To The Rappers Fighting For The Irish Language [Sundance]

Some movies are Irish. “Kneecap” is Ireland. From its self-conscious open blasting viewers in the face with images from the country’s fabled Troubles to its raucous encore, this film intends to demolish standard Irish imagery with a sonic blowtorch. Writer-director…

Concrete Utopia Sequel Takes An Entertaining Turn Towards Action and Zombies

Summary Badland Hunters lacks the complexity and depth of its predecessor, Concrete Utopia. The action sequences in Badland Hunters are a major highlight, visually interesting and thrilling. While not a worthy successor to Concrete Utopia, Badland Hunters is an entertaining…

‘Argylle’ Review — Henry Cavill Is Bryce Dallas Howard’s Weird Little Spy

The Big Picture Matthew Vaughn cleverly preserved the mystery of Argylle by only showing the first 28 minutes in trailers, saving the best twists for moviegoers. Bryce Dallas Howard shines as Elly Conway, an author caught in a deadly plot…

Capote vs. The Swans’ Review — Less ‘Real Housewives,’ More Melancholy

The Big Picture Feud: Capote vs. The Swans focuses on a lesser-known period of Truman Capote's life, resulting in a heartbreaking story. The performances, especially by Tom Hollander and Naomi Watts, are the key to the series' success. While there…

KHO GAYE HUM KAHAN Captures The Highs Lows Of A Digital Generation

The latest Netflix original Indian movie is Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. It’s a fresh but brutal look at lives lived through and for social media. The film showcases the lives of three best friends with dreams, relationships and trauma who…

Exhibiting Forgiveness Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Forgiveness is a challenging concept in America today. Pain is the disease, and justice is the cure. Artist/writer/director Titus Kaphar’s feature film, Exhibiting Forgiveness, walks us down the painful road of forgiveness and letting go.…

Nico Parker Leads A Gentle, Empathetic Drama About Family & Appreciating Who You Have [Sundance]

Every human being, to some degree, takes for granted their loved ones, those who are present in their lives. But appreciating the fragility of who you have, and for the brief time you may have them, is difficult to consider…

Argylle Review | Flickreel

Argylle is Matthew Vaughn’s answer to North by Northwest with a twist. Several twists to be precise. Some of them are predictable, others are preposterous, but most of them amount to a fun time. It might not deliver the jolt…

‘Thelma’ Review — June Squibb’s Impossible Mission Is Delightful

The Big Picture June Squibb finally received her first leading role at 94-years-old in the action-comedy film Thelma. Thelma showcases Squibb's comedic skills, and her ability to deliver a hilarious and believable lead performance. The film embraces the possibilities of…

Sadness Is The Infection In Slow-Burn Zombie Drama

Summary Zombies in Oslo defy expectations in Handling the Undead, as the film focuses more on grief and its destructive power rather than on flesh-eating and panic. The undead in the film serve as reminders of the deep loss that…

Argylle Review: Outrageously Fun

We headed down to London as Universal Pictures invited us to check out Argylle before its February 1st release date and the Vue West End cinema provided the backdrop to this outrageously fun yet at times, confusing spy flick. …

‘The Tiger’s Apprentice’ Review — An Adventure-Filled Mythological Treat

The Big Picture The Tiger's Apprentice is a bright and entertaining adventure that doesn't over-explain its cultural elements. The animation is visually stunning, with vibrant colors and a clear distinction between the real and magical worlds. The all-star cast, including…

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