Silent Trees Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Writer-director Agnieszka Zwiefka takes a unique approach in Silent Trees, a documentary that not only sheds light on the global refugee crisis but also incorporates captivating animation. The narrative unfolds in the tense red zone between Belarus and Poland, where…
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Brooke Shields Is Having A Great Time In Easy, Breezy Netflix Rom-Com
Summary Mother of the Bride is a romantic comedy full of tropes, but it is also sweet and funny enough to work. A stellar cast, led by Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt, shines in this lighthearted summer flick. The film…
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American Dreamer Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Is the American Dream dead? One’s mileage will differ if one is pressed to answer, but from the viewpoint of depressed economics professor Dr. Phil Loder (Peter Dinklage), the answer to the question is a resounding yes. Director Paul Dektor’s…
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‘Mother of the Bride’ Review
The Big Picture The Netflix rom-com Mother of the Bride is defined by painfully inane dialogue. The film undercuts any charm with a deluge of forced jokes and stiff character interactions. All of the characters in the film feel robotic,…
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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Featured, Reviews Film Threat
For fans of the rebooted Caesar trilogy in the Planet of the Apes series, it’s time to take a deep breath and start a brand new chapter in Wes Ball’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Caesar is dead,…
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‘Bodkin’ Review – Will Forte’s Netflix Mystery Series Sticks the Landing
The Big Picture Will Forte showcases a new dimension to his acting in Netflix's Bodkin . The picturesque setting of Bodkin, Ireland adds to the series' appeal. Bodkin delves into the impact of podcasts on storytelling and the unraveling of…
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2024 Armed With a Camera Fellowship Screening at Art Theatre of Long Beach Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Join the VC Film Festival on May 9th at the Art Theatre of Long Beach for an inspiring showcase of emerging talent as we screen the latest works from the Armed With a Camera (AWC) Fellowship. This special event highlights…
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Wes Ball Delivers A Bold, Engaging Vision & Solid Future For The Franchise
It has been 56 years since “Planet of the Apes,” arguably one of the greatest science fiction films of all time. To see the franchise display such promising growth and evolution almost six decades later is phenomenal and deeply heartening.…
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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Review
Few franchises have defied expectations in the past decade or so like Planet of the Apes. Even with this recent hot streak, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a sequel that shouldn’t work as well as it does.…
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‘The Last Stop in Yuma County’ Review
The Big Picture The Last Stop in Yuma County is a dark thriller set in a remote gas station and diner. The film carves out its own place in the genre, ratcheting up the tension until the explosive conclusion. Jim…
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Caesar’s Reign Continues In Exciting Return To Sci-Fi Roots
Summary Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is an exciting new story set in the world of Caesar. The film balances action and emotional impact, exploring a larger universe that has implications for the future of the franchise. The…
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‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Review
The Big Picture Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes combines past and present themes, creating a promising new installment in the franchise. The film pays homage to the legacy of Caesar while exploring how the world has evolved under…
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