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2015: My year in movies. Or, phew — that’s a lot of butt sitting.
Another year, another list of movies that make me feel better about just sitting around watching movies all the time. Quite a crop this year. But I put this together to 1) see what I’ve forgotten about over the past … Continue reading
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Elsewhere Review: “13 Hours” is Bay at his best
As always, clicky for the original piece! Nutshell: Read the title of this post. It’s Bay at his best. Bloody, fantastic, and bloody fantastic. A kickass ensemble cast, whipsmart direction, on-point cinematography and glorious art direction. Ooh-rah! Grade: A 13 … Continue reading
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“Joy” delivers anything but.
What can I say? I get angry when a film with such promise ends up being a lazy also-ran. As always, clicky for the original piece! TwitView: Joy An interesting premise that stalls upon execution. Saved from complete dreck by … Continue reading
The Big Short: the coolest econ class you’ll ever wanna take
Nutshell: The Big Short deals with the heartbreaking concept of a world financial collapse, and makes it fascinating and at times even funny. While this film pulls no punches, it also educates as it entertains with scenes that break the … Continue reading
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#TheForceAwakens: this is the spoiler-free review you’re looking for
Nutshell: J.J. Abrams keeps the themes so beloved from Episodes IV-VI while keeping things fresh and compelling. Action, suspense, dread, hope…it’s all here. An excellent addition to the Star Wars universe, and a must-see this awards season. Grade: A “Force?” … Continue reading
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Review in a Flash: “In the Heart of the Sea” is a beautiful tale that struggles to stay afloat
It’s Awards Season Onslaught time! So that can mean only one thing; quickie reviews so you (and I) can get out and enjoy the season faster. Feliz Chrismukwanzyulekkah y’all! Nutshell: Chris Hemsworth delivers an incredible, career-changing performance here. Pity the … Continue reading
Victor Frankenstein: what’s scarier, monsters or a man obsessed?
Nutshell: A fascinating look at the friendship/partnership between Victor Frankenstein and his right-hand-man Igor. But this film also shines a light on obsession and its various forms, including a stellar performance by Sherlock‘s Andrew Scott as a driven police officer … Continue reading
“Creed” a worthy successor to “Rocky”
Nutshell: Director Ryan Coogler delivers a TKO of a film, one that celebrates what’s come before while bringing the Rocky/Creed story into the present. Michael B. Jordan is a powerhouse in more ways than one. Grade: A- “That bell don’t … Continue reading
The Night Before: a thinking man’s stoner film, and a holiday treat
Nutshell:Who’da thunk that a film about three guys who can’t seem to stop acting like children would be such a grownup treat? Gordon-Levitt, Rogen and Mackie deliver performances that are funny and heartfelt. Director/writer Jonathan Levine delivers a film that … Continue reading
Review in a Flash: Spectre
Back to the usual RiaF format for this quickie. Why? Why not? Onward, to Spectre! “I always knew death would wear a familiar face… but not yours.” Nutshell: Wham, bam, thank you…James. A one-explosion-after-the-other film that will have you dazzled. … Continue reading
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