‘M3GAN’ has the potential to be a cult classic
Finally, a killer doll that doesn’t look hideous. M3GAN would probably be the favorite psycho-doll of many horror fans after watching this. I think it matters that movies that feature a deranged or possessed toy should look the part because that would help better sell the idea that the children in these movies love their […]
Power plays and class struggles on ‘Survivor’ and ‘Triangle of Sadness’
In a simulated, temporary reality that happens at least once a year in the last twenty-two years, the only privilege that comes to play–and one that matters often–is the experience of growing up without a lot of it. In the world of Survivor, where everyone is stripped off of all luxuries and left only with […]
“Black Adam” review: A new top dog in the arena is here
For the most part, DCEU films have not been well-received by critics. Sure, many fans have done their best to advocate for the recent superhero movies and the box-office may not always reflect most critical response. Still, the DC Extended Universe has had several misses and has yet to catapult itself to the same level […]
“Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” review: It’s the cutest thing you’ll see this week
Aside from those trending comic strips on Facebook that depict the problems crocodiles face daily (can’t hold hands with another crocodile because of their long mouths, not having long enough arms to use a selfie stick, or inability to play a violin), I never thought of these reptiles as remotely entertaining in any way. Columbia […]
“Last Seen Alive” is awful
The premise of Gerard Butler’s latest action flick, Last Seen Alive is pretty interesting, compelling even: a couple stops at a random gas station to fill up the tank, wife walks inside the store to buy something and then gets kidnapped. What makes stories like this entrancing is the element of randomness. Movies with non-elaborate […]
“The Woman King” review: A story of epic proportions brought to life by remarkable performances
The wonderful thing about movies like The Woman King is that they remind us that there are tons of stories that are left untold: beautiful and inspiring stories of epic proportions that will leave you in awe, and sometimes, in disbelief. The story of the Agojie, an all-female unit of fierce warriors in the African […]
“Smile” review: deliciously terrifying
The trailer for Smile basically told us what happens in the movie, so in some ways, it’s predictable. But what’s engrossing about writer-director Parker Finn’s debut feature is that it manages to keep you on the edge of your seat as each scene glides by, making you anxious by the minute until you make sense […]
‘Don’t Worry Darling’ is not entirely unique, but it IS fascinating
“There is beauty in control. There is grace in symmetry.” By the time the ladies of the Victory Project community were told this during their dance class, it was quite obvious that something is wrong with the seemingly perfect life in this utopia-like neighborhood created so immaculately by director-performer Olivia Wilde for her sophomore film, […]
First reviews for “The Woman King” call it Oscar-worthy
Fresh from its successful premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, the initial reviews for The Woman King are now out, and critics are unanimous in praising Viola Davis’ fierce reinvention as an action hero and the film as a rousing, action-packed crowd-pleaser. Garnering 100% Fresh Rating over at review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes (as of […]
“Fall” won’t let you down
It may feel and look absurd a few times, but there is no denying that Scott Mann’s survival thriller Fall is effective in eliciting the right responses from its audience. And that’s mainly why this low-budgeted movie is so much fun to watch. It brings to mind survival movies like Jaume Collet-Serra’s The Shallows and […]