‘Stopmotion’ Review — This Hand-Crafted Horror Film Is One-of-a-Kind
The Big Picture Stopmotion is a unique horror film that blends stop-motion animation with a dark narrative. Aisling Franciosi's performance as Ella adds depth and humanity to the chilling story. The film explores the blurred lines between reality and artistry,…
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Our Deadly Vows Featured, Reviews Film Threat
You might recognize Chris Chalk as a character actor who has shown up in everything from 12 Years a Slave to Godzilla vs. Kong. However, his time spent on the small screen might be more memorable as he was third…
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Adam Sandler Confronts The Galaxy’s Sad Loneliness In Johan Renck’s Existential Cosmonaut Film [Berlinale]
Imagine a movie akin to a sad David Bowie song about an astronaut drifting alone into the dark abyss of space, contemplating his life, his lost love, his past, and an uncertain, perhaps soon-to-be-shortly doomed future. Sing the wistfully estranged…
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Ethan Coen’s Crime Road Trip Comedy Is Silly & Only Occasionally Funny
Summary Drive-Away Dolls is a comedic road-show film with silly and engaging plotlines. Geraldine Viswanathan's performance stands out as the highlight of the film. While the movie has moments of genuine humor and absurdity, it falls short of its full…
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‘Avatar The Last Airbender’ Review — Netflix’s Adaptation Struggles to Fly
The Big Picture The Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action series struggles with time constraints due to a shorter season and loses out on the depth of the original show. A talented cast shines in portraying iconic characters, especially Gordon Cormier…
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Before I Call You Mother Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Sure, you may not have a lot of money right now to make your short, but sometimes a little ingenuity is all it takes to elevate a story above its production values. Though I can’t tell you what this means…
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‘History of Evil’ Review — A Racist Ghost Haunts This Horror Misfire
The Big Picture History of Evil is set in a bleak future where a family must confront past horrors while being hunted. The film lacks depth and fails to invest in characters, resulting in a disappointing viewing experience. Paul Wesley…
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Drive-Away Dolls Review | Flickreel
Drive-Away Dolls is Ethan Coen having a good time. It’s not an all-timer like Fargo, No Country for Old Men, or some other masterpieces that Ethan made with his brother Joel. It’s dripping in the Coen spirit, though, with a…
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‘Drive-Away Dolls’ Review — Ethan Coen’s Lesbian Buddy Comedy Is a Rocky Road
The Big Picture Ethan Coen's Drive-Away Dolls showcases quirky characters but lacks the sharp wit of his usual work with Joel Coen. Geraldine Viswanathan shines as a character finding herself, while other performances are enjoyable but underdeveloped. The script for…
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Part Two Review — Denis Villeneuve’s Sequel Is A Dread-Inducing, Awe-Inspiring Sci-Fi Tragedy
Summary Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two delves into Paul's descent into fanaticism and existential dread on a grand scale. Changes in the adaptation enhance Paul's tragic pivot towards fundamentalism and the terrifying consequences of prophecy. Revenge, sacrifice, and destiny drive…
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A Darker, Devastating Blockbuster & Cautionary Tale About Prophecy, Fate & False Idols
Immense, remarkably captivating, imposing, and right on the edge of overblown, filmmaker Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two” is a spectacular blockbuster epic in the grandest sense of the tradition. Picking up where ‘Part One’ left off, this darker, bleaker, moodier…
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Part Two’ Review — Timothée Chalamet’s Sci-Fi Epic Is Bigger Than Ever
The Big Picture Dune: Part Two impresses with masterful special effects and expands the universe's scope. New characters add complexity but overload the storylines, making the movie feel rushed. The third act stands out with incredible action scenes, remaining true…
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