Category: Reviews
Nobody is Crazy Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Nobody is Crazy Featured, Reviews Film Threat

Time theory, psychology, and the importance of existing here and now are wonderfully explored in writer/director Federico J. Arioni’s impressive Nobody is Crazy, a film brimming with ideas and emotion. Rafael (Manuel Gutierrez) is a young man struggling with OCD and…

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Emilia Jones Can’t Really Rescue An All-Too-Safe Biopic Treatment [Sundance]
Emilia Jones Can’t Really Rescue An All-Too-Safe Biopic Treatment [Sundance]

The first line of “Winner” says it all: “My name is Reality Winner.” This uninspired introduction to the character, an NSA employee who leaked classified documents surrounding Russian election interference to the media, sets the tone for what’s to follow.…

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Uncomfortable Plot Turn Ignores Film’s Own Message
Uncomfortable Plot Turn Ignores Film’s Own Message

Summary The American Society of Magical Negroes is a satirical fantasy-comedy film that explores the uncomfortable necessity of calming nervous white people. The film starts off strong with humor and satire, but the romance subplot overshadows the main concept it…

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Lord & Miller’s Show Is Getting the Hang of This
Lord & Miller’s Show Is Getting the Hang of This

The Big Picture Clone High's new season embraces both old and new characters for a hilarious second reboot season. The odd humor and brilliant callbacks to the first season are a reminder of why Clone High is so lovable. The…

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‘The Underdoggs’ Review — Snoop Dogg Gets High on His Own Supply
‘The Underdoggs’ Review — Snoop Dogg Gets High on His Own Supply

The Big Picture The Underdoggs is a forgettable comedy lacking in originality and comedic depth. The film relies heavily on the novelty of Snoop Dogg acting, but his performance does not offer much range or depth. The movie follows a…

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The Underdoggs: Snoop Dogg’s Hilarious Leap into Coaching Chaos
The Underdoggs: Snoop Dogg’s Hilarious Leap into Coaching Chaos

Prepare for a wild ride as we dive into the whirlwind of hilarity that is “The Underdoggs.” Snoop Dogg trades rhymes for playtime in this comedic touchdown, and let me tell you, the result is nothing short of a touchdown.…

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Yamashiro LIVE! Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Yamashiro LIVE! Featured, Reviews Film Threat

I guess maybe it’s because I’m not too into the avant-garde, but Yamashiro Live! by co-writers/directors Blake James Reid and Max Naum has almost nothing I can recommend. It was too long at 20 minutes. Honestly, it felt too long…

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Sebastian Stan Discovers Being Pretty Can Be A Horror Story [Sundance]
Sebastian Stan Discovers Being Pretty Can Be A Horror Story [Sundance]

PARK CITY – The grass isn’t always greener is an axiom that has driven horror movies or “almost” horror movies since the silent film era. It’s no surprise then, that Aaron Schimberg’s “A Different Man” is clearly inspired by the…

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Maisy Stella & Aubrey Plaza Have Great Chemistry In Emotionally Piercing Dramedy
Maisy Stella & Aubrey Plaza Have Great Chemistry In Emotionally Piercing Dramedy

Summary Park's sophomore feature, My Old Ass, authentically captures fear and the experience of young adulthood. The film doesn't do anything new, but the way it's executed makes it feel refreshing. Stella and Plaza deliver exceptional performances. There comes a…

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‘Sasquatch Sunset’ Review — Jesse Eisenberg Is a Bigfoot. Really.
‘Sasquatch Sunset’ Review — Jesse Eisenberg Is a Bigfoot. Really.

The Big Picture The cast, including Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough, fully commit to their unrecognizable roles in Sasquatch Sunset. The Zellner brothers' direction is dedicated and never winks at the audience, resulting in a visually stunning film. While the…

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‘It’s What’s Inside’ Review — Netflix Paid $17 Million For This?
‘It’s What’s Inside’ Review — Netflix Paid $17 Million For This?

The Big Picture It's What's Inside fails to consistently deliver fun in what should be a horror romp. The film has visual panache but repeatedly reveals the answers to all its mysteries, instead of creating tension by keeping the audience…

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Gaucho Gaucho Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Gaucho Gaucho Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Documentarians Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw hone their craft and considerable skills in Gaucho Gaucho. In the Salta region of northwest Argentina, it’s as if time stands still. It is a type of barren desert…

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