Justin Timberlake Exceeds ‘Palmer’s’ Modest Ambitions
The pop icon has finally found a breakthrough role, just in a middling film. Continue reading Justin Timberlake Exceeds ‘Palmer’s’ Modest Ambitions
Month: January 2021
Pixar Seeks, and Finds, its ‘Soul’
Through the power of music and Blackness, Pixar takes on a charming, enjoyable metaphysical journey. Continue reading Pixar Seeks, and Finds, its ‘Soul’
How Do You Solve a Problem Like Armie Hammer?
Can the embattled actor stage a comeback? Should he even bother to try? Continue reading How Do You Solve a Problem Like Armie Hammer?
‘News of the World’ Contemplates the Might of Tom Hanks (and Storytelling)
It’s almost unfair how much the Western drama puts on him, but the Hollywood legend proves why he’s worth it. Continue reading ‘News of the World’ Contemplates the Might of Tom Hanks (and Storytelling)
Chasing Oscar 2021: The Predictions (Round 1)
With many of the contenders available, and the closing of the Oscar eligibility period weeks away, here are my early predictions. Continue reading Chasing Oscar 2021: The Predictions (Round 1)
Regina King’s Stunning ‘One Night in Miami’ Dissects Black Power and Anxiety
The first-time film director breathes new life into a group of Black legends. Continue reading Regina King’s Stunning ‘One Night in Miami’ Dissects Black Power and Anxiety
Post-Premiere: Welcome to the Wonderfully Weird World of ‘WandaVision’
With a game cast and a charming wink to sitcoms past, Marvel’s first Disney+ series is a new lease on life for the all-powerful studio. Continue reading Post-Premiere: Welcome to the Wonderfully Weird World of ‘WandaVision’
‘Promising Young Woman’ Gleefully Eviscerates the Nice Guy Myth
Carey Mulligan commands this pitch-black comedic thriller about revenge, retribution, and rape culture. Continue reading ‘Promising Young Woman’ Gleefully Eviscerates the Nice Guy Myth