Category Archives: Movie Reviews

“Chevalier” illuminates a forgotten virtuoso

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Denise

“The world needs change. Do you not agree?” Story: Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, wasn’t always a big deal. He was a boy taken away from his enslaved mother, bringing him from his home in the Carribean to Paris, France. … Continue reading →

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“Air” – nothing but net

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Denise

“We’re on offensive. All the time.” Story: It’s 1984, and marketing guru Sonny Vaccaro is trying to figure out the best way to keep the Nike Basketball Division afloat. Because they’re so far behind Converse and Adidas in terms of … Continue reading →

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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves successfully rolls for initiative – huzzah!

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Denise

“Grand larceny and skullduggery!” Story: Poor Edgin. All he wanted was to be a good Harper, love his wife and daughter, and live in his groovy cottage. But Red Wizards put a stop to that. Now he and his bestie … Continue reading →

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Boo-Boo Review – “Scream VI”!

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Denise

When I’m recovering from something stupid, time for a quick, easy to type review! Let’s gooooo! “Who gives a fuck about movies?” Genre: Franchise Slashers Release Date: 2023 Where I Watched: Multiplex Gist: The young survivors of Scream V head … Continue reading →

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“Cocaine Bear” – silly, gory, and fun

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Denise

“It’s like cocaine Christmas!” Story: In 1985, a drug smuggler decided to get rid of duffle bags filled with cocaine by pitching ’em out of his in-the-air plane (hey, gotta lighten the load somehow, right?) Said cocaine ended up falling … Continue reading →

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“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” ushers in new vibe for Phase 5

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Denise

“What place is this?” Story: Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne (Ant-Man and The Wasp) have settled into domestic life after the goings-on of Endgame. Their life includes Scott’s daughter Cassie, as well as Hank Pym and Janet van Dyne … Continue reading →

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In Horror – “Forest of Death”

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Denise

“Well, that was quite an adventure.” Subgenre: Shape-shifting Shenanigans Release Date: 2023 FX: Not much, but in this low budget joint that’s actually a good thing Some Clichés/Tropes: What’s In Those Woods Anyway, Backwoods People Are Creepy By Law, Who’s … Continue reading →

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“Knock at the Cabin” – M. Night gets back to the good stuff

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Denise

“You’re my friend, Wen. No matter what happens, I want you to remember that.” Story: Eric and Andrew take their young daughter Wen to a vacation getaway in the woods. Cute cabin, gorgeous views, and lots of grasshoppers for Wen … Continue reading →

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“Rye Lane” – part romcom, part travelogue, all delightful

Posted on January 29, 2023 by Denise

“So apparently there are two types of people in this world. The ones who wave at boats, and the ones who hate joy.” Story: South London recently re-singled twenty-somethings Yas and Dom meet in a unisex bathroom, as you do. … Continue reading →

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“Living” – Kurosawa Made YT Is Good, Actually

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Denise

“…if only to be alive like that for one day.” Story: London, 1953. Mr. Williams is the head of the Public Works Department in London. He’s spent his entire life plodding along, raising his son alone, going from day to … Continue reading →

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