Waititi’s Sports Dramedy Has Little Character Development

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Waititi’s Sports Dramedy Has Little Character Development

Summary Next Goal Wins fails to deliver on its humor, often feeling forced and coming off as a mockery of the team and culture it portrays. The film misses an opportunity to showcase the beauty and richness of Samoan culture,…

My Blue Beetle “Reaction” – DC’s Newest Hero SOARS

Alright, let’s talk about my “Blue Beetle Reaction.” Yep, you heard it right! DC’s bringing a fresh face to the big screen with the debut of our newest superhero, Jaime Reyes, aka Blue Beetle. Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto and…

‘Next Goal Wins’ Review — OK Sports Comedy Boosted by Taika Waititi Humor

This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the film being covered here wouldn't exist.The journey for Taika Waititi’s latest film, Next Goal Wins, has been…

Real Estate Drama And Familial Woes Make For An Unremarkable Watch [TIFF]

There’s no doubt that, at this very moment, scores of documentary filmmakers, both those new to the game and more wizened veterans of the genre, are kicking around ideas for their next great project, one that will hopefully capture the…

Harlem Grace Featured, Reviews Film Threat

It’s easy to forget that film can actually be used to inspire us to do and be better. Writer-director Allen Wolf’s short film, Harlem Grace, is the story of a man who left a life of privilege to make a difference…

‘Memory’ Review – Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard Devastate

This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the film being covered here wouldn't exist.About midway through Memory, the latest drama from writer-director Michel Franco that…

Star-Studded Film Is An Exhilarating Ride Down Memory Lane

Summary Keith Gill's rise to stock market fame through advocating for GameStop stock led to one of the greatest short squeezes in stock market history. Dumb Money, directed by Craig Gillespie, is a crowd-pleasing film with great performances and a…

Red Chillies Entertainment Presents “Jawan (2023)”: The Adrenalin-Fueled Tale Of A Savior

When corruption crosses all limits and the poor are denied justice, he rises to save the day. He is the Robin Hood for the poor, the “soldier” who fights for their rights, and the one whom you will address as…

‘The Holdovers’ Review — Alexander Payne’s Vibrant Film Is One of His Best

This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the film being covered here wouldn't exist.It’s been almost two decades since Alexander Payne teamed up with Paul…

Anna Kendrick’s “Dating Game Killer” Drama Is An Impressive Directorial Debut [TIFF]

Anna Kendrick’s “Woman of the Hour” begins at a remote photo shoot in Wyoming circa 1977. The model finds herself talking about how she wound up living there, and as she does, she starts to cry. The photographer, the only…

Jawan Reviews Film Threat

NOW IN THEATERS! I walked into co-writer/director Atlee’s action thriller, Jawan, knowing nothing besides the fact it had recently set the opening day box office record in India. There’s a lot for us Americans to take away by the end. Let’s…

‘All the Light We Cannot See’ Review

This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the series being covered here wouldn't exist. Every so often, there is a clip that goes viral of…

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