A Missed Step in Christmas Charm
Romantic comedies, especially those set during Christmas, thrive on warmth, charm, and a sprinkle of holiday magic. Unfortunately, The Merry Gentlemen, directed by Peter Sullivan, offers little of these qualities. Despite an intriguing premise and a seemingly capable cast, the…
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Dil Rakh: Gloves of Kin Review
An East Indian man served 20 years in prison for standing up to racism. Upon his release, while attempting to reconcile with his son, he realizes the world has not changed. Dayton has been dealing with the same hate and…
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‘From’ Season 3 Finale Recap
Editor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for the From Season 3 finale. While From Season 3 dropped off the heart-racing pace it set at the beginning of the season as more characters were introduced and storylines kept diverging, the…
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A Heartfelt Comedy About Growth
Hallie Meyers-Shyer’s Goodrich is a warm, bittersweet comedy that dives into the complexities of family, redemption, and the art of balancing ambition with relationships. Bolstered by Michael Keaton’s nuanced performance, the film navigates its blend of humor and heartfelt moments…
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‘The Agency’ Review – Michael Fassbender Can’t Rescue Showtime’s Slog of a Spy Show
When The Agency was first announced at Showtime, it felt like it was predestined to be something great. It’s bolstered by an outstanding ensemble cast, including Academy Award nominees Michael Fassbender and Jeffrey Wright, and spearheaded by the award-winning writing…
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‘Dune Prophecy’ Episode 2 Recap
Editor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for Dune: Prophecy Episode 2. The events of Dune: Prophecy's season premiere are still reverberating in this week's episode, "Two Wolves." The simultaneous and identical deaths of Reverend Mother Kasha (Jihae) and Pruwet…
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Magpie Review: A Neo-Noir Love Affair
Sam Yates’ Magpie swoops into the neo-noir genre with a sharp, melancholic edge, presenting a story of love, obsession, and misplaced priorities. With Daisy Ridley as the beguiling Anette and Shazad Latif as the morally conflicted Ben, the film straddles…
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‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 Episode 11 Recap
Editor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 11. With the latest episode, Yellowstone has finally revealed the full context of John Dutton's (Kevin Costner) mysterious death. The eleventh episode of Season 5 and the third…
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‘Tracker’ Season 2 Episode 7 Recap
Editor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for Tracker Season 2 Episode 7. It’s not enough for Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley) to bring a lost dog home on Tracker, Season 2 Episode 7. This week’s tracking adventure unfolds to reveal…
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A Disappointing Look At Iconic TV
Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night is a biographical comedy-drama chronicling the tense, chaotic evening leading up to the 1975 premiere of NBC’s Saturday Night—the show that would later become the cultural juggernaut Saturday Night Live (SNL). Boasting an ensemble cast led…
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A Chilly Romance That Melts
Hot Frosty, directed by Jerry Ciccoritti, arrives as a whimsical Christmas fantasy rom-com that promises warmth and wonder but, unfortunately, struggles to keep its magical spark alive. The film follows Kathy (Lacey Chabert), a lonely widow who finds unexpected companionship…
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Unique with Themes, but Falters in its Execution
Jacques Audiard‘s Emilia Pérez is a daring and distinct blend of musical, crime, and comedy, delving into themes of identity, redemption, and societal transformation within a vibrant musical framework. The film, based on Audiard’s opera libretto, which itself draws loosely…
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