There’s no denying that Denzel Washington is a great actor. The GOAT, even. Throughout the decades, the masterful, well-distinguished, and heavily-influential performer has demonstrated his high-caliber bravado in several premier projects, with accolades to spare for his thunderous talents. He’s…
‘Nightmare Alley’ review: Guillermo del Toro’s latest is deceptive, but not in the way you might think.
There’s a con at play, this beguiling sense that everything isn’t exactly what it seems. It dances with the allure of the carnival, but never shies away from the ruse. You’re constantly left with the sense that you’re on the…
‘The Humans’ review: Spending time with family is finally an A24 horror movie
In The Humans, Tony-winning playwright Stephen Karam’s directorial debut based on his own distinguished stage production, there’s such a constant and engrossing sense of terror found in every discouraging frame that you’d be forgiven if you mistook it for being…
‘House of Gucci’ review: A flamboyant satire about a depraved dynasty
Perhaps what’s most impressive—or, at least, most surprising—about House of Gucci is how it’s able to be at its best when it’s not trying to sympathize with its real-life personalities. Loosely based on the true story of the egocentric family…
‘Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain’ review: A complicated documentary about a complex man
Note: this review of Roadrunner references suicide and suicidal thoughts. It’ll take time before we can truly comprehend the magnitude of Anthony Bourdain’s sudden, devastating death. The world-famous, world-traveling chef, author, adventurer, and television personality felt like a confidant to…
‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ review: A chaotic cash grab that only scores a few points
Space Jam: A New Legacy is the long-awaited, Lebron-centered sequel many asked for, but many more never really wanted. So, what did we expect? In philosophy, it’s believed that objectivity is, still, subjective, and one’s perception is warped around their…
Missing Link Movie Review: Laika’s latest animated feature is missing something
This February marked the 10th anniversary of Coraline, the 2009 stop-motion animated feature that rose to critical and commercial success at the tail-end of the previous decade. Beyond being a beautifully-realized work of dark gothic fantasy, complimented with top-rate craftsmanship…
