Blink Twice succeeds primarily thanks to its ending. You wouldn’t think that would be the case, as most audience members will likely predict where the story is going at least a half-hour in. While the big reveal doesn’t subvert expectations,…
Read moreThe Big Picture That '90s Show balances nostalgia with new themes and character development, maintaining its charm. Pacing improvements by merging Parts 2 and 3 into a cohesive season elevate the viewing experience. The comedy successfully updates humor and maintains…
Read moreSummary Eddie Murphy's performance in Beverly Hills Cop transformed his career, announcing him as an A-lister The supporting cast offer balance to Murphy's explosive performance The genre mash-up of action and comedy is incredibly well-observed It would be very easy…
Read moreThe Big Picture Willa Fitzgerald shines in a career-defining performance that requires incredible range. J.T. Mollner's script cleverly reveals unexpected layers and themes, keeping the audience engaged. Giovanni Ribisi's cinematography adds to the film's immersive visual language, enhancing the experience.…
Read moreThe Big Picture Elements of Saw and Death Race make for an interesting slasher game show model. The two-hour length and flawed execution are not in the film’s favor. Special effects by Terrifer and Terrifier 2 filmmaker Damien Leone are…
Read moreI’ve loved stop-motion animation for a long time, and thankfully, the medium is being given back to indie animators. Such is the case of Michael Granberry and his haunting short film Les Bêtes. Les Bêtes opens on a darkened night…
Read moreThe Big Picture Potsy Ponciroli finds morbid humor in small-town crimes. Lily James, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Himesh Patel lead a strong ensemble cast. The story’s morality tale culminates in a divisive third act. Potsy Ponciroli's Greedy People doesn't hide its…
Read moreCristin, the drummer for the band in Gaelan Connell’s film Art of a Hit, casually remarks, “It’s just Art.” The ‘It’ in question is rock music; more specifically the angst-driven seeking type style and always a dangerous corporate sellout. Art…
Read moreApple TV+’s “Slow Horses” was a surprising smash at this year’s Emmy nominations, landing nods for Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (Gary Oldman), Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Jack Lowden), and a remarkable…
Read more1:08, written and directed by Rick Walker, follows Lilly (Kelcie Weber), a once passionate artist now consumed by addiction and depression. As she speaks through her inner monologue, she is tempted to flip through the pages of her journal, but…
Read moreEditor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for Bad Monkey Episode 3. The Big Picture Yancy deduces Phinney's riches came from a scam with the severed arm, leading to his murder and Eve's psychopathy. Rosa and Yancy infiltrate a Medicare…
Read moreYears ago, it was the guilty pleasures of Video Nasties, the secret passed down knowledge by friends of a film sequence that makes you wince or go, “They can’t do that,” even though they did. All of this is part…
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