Everyone experiences a stage in their life where they second guess a decision. Sometimes that decision is as little as debating what entree you should have ordered at a restaurant. Other times, the decision in question is much larger. Such…
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The Big Picture Handling the Undead explores the concept of the living being comforted by the return of their deceased loved ones. The film takes a slow, quiet approach to the zombie genre, focusing on loss, suffering, and undying love.…
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Summary Thelma is a delightful, charming, and funny film about a 93-year-old woman who takes matters into her own hands after being scammed. The film explores themes of independence, control, and the refusal to accept help in a relatable and…
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In Trunk: Locked In, director Marc Schießer brings to the big screen an ambitious, character-driven, psychological thriller. Featuring the talents of Sina Martens as the bewildered captive, Malina, the film utilizes a strikingly minimalistic setting and claustrophobic plot to put…
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The Big Picture SVU remains relevant by integrating pop culture and modern technology into its cases, keeping up with the times. The show rightfully celebrates its long-standing characters, such as Olivia and Fin, who have become iconic staples of the…
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The premise of the documentary “Will & Harper” is so simple that it almost seems presentational, self-serving, or stunt-y. The idea is, after 30 years of friendship, comedian Will Ferrell learns, through a personal email, that an old friend and…
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SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Baigal Nurr – Lake Baikal is the latest stop-motion film from acclaimed filmmaker Allisi Telengut. The writer and director uses her art to provide an understanding of culture, time, and place. Through her incredible imagination and expert…
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As one examines the abundance of cultures worldwide, to see the marginal way women continue to be treated on a global scale remains infuriating to take in during the era of #MeToo and the fact that seemingly little progress has…
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Summary Suncoast is a heartfelt and emotionally nuanced coming-of-age film that explores complex family dynamics and the weight of responsibility. The film effectively portrays the complicated emotions of its protagonist, Doris, as she navigates taking care of her terminally ill…
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The Big Picture Tendaberry is a refreshing independent film that captures the beauty and essence of New York City in a unique way. The film follows Dakota as she navigates a challenging and chaotic world on her own, finding peace…
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SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! In director Ondi Timoner’s legendary rock doc Dig! XX , we find out why heroin is so passé. This is a revisiting of her Sundance award winner from 20 years ago that adds over 40…
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China began loosening its one-child policy in 2015 until finally, in 2021, it abolished all restrictions on the number of children a family could have. Young Chinese filmmakers are beginning to grapple with the fallout of those prior decades in…
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