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A mid-stage millennial who's been fascinated by pop culture since before he can remember, and is dedicated to untangle the mess that it can often be. My opinions are mine and mine alone, and I try to make sure they are as well-researched and understandable as humanly possible. Because there's enough confusion that I have no interest adding to.

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  • ‘Infinity Pool’: No Thoughts, Just (Dirty) Vibes
    Brandon Cronenberg's latest horror flick offers little beneath the rushes of blood, sweat, and other bodily fluids.
  • ‘The Son’ is a Frustratingly Hollow Film About Teen Mental Health
    Hugh Jackman and the rest of the cast deserve better than this narratively inert and over-directed family drama by Florian Zeller.
  • The 2023 Oscars Narrative: Overdue and Joyous Recognition
    The prevailing story uniting this year's leading Oscar contenders is triumph over Hollywood's history of neglect.
  • Bill Nighy’s Stiff Upper Lip Slips in the Lovely, Understated “Living”
    Bill Nighy's elegant, beautiful performance sharpens this cinematic gem about the dangers of sleepwalking through life.

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Category: Awards Season

‘The Son’ is a Frustratingly Hollow Film About Teen Mental Health
Awards Season, Chasing Oscar 2023, Movies

‘The Son’ is a Frustratingly Hollow Film About Teen Mental Health

Hugh Jackman and the rest of the cast deserve better than this narratively inert and over-directed family drama by Florian Zeller. Continue reading ‘The Son’ is a Frustratingly Hollow Film About Teen Mental Health

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The 2023 Oscars Narrative: Overdue and Joyous Recognition
Awards Season, Chasing Oscar 2023

The 2023 Oscars Narrative: Overdue and Joyous Recognition

The prevailing story uniting this year’s leading Oscar contenders is triumph over Hollywood’s history of neglect. Continue reading The 2023 Oscars Narrative: Overdue and Joyous Recognition

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Bill Nighy’s Stiff Upper Lip Slips in the Lovely, Understated “Living”
Awards Season, Chasing Oscar 2023, Movies

Bill Nighy’s Stiff Upper Lip Slips in the Lovely, Understated “Living”

Bill Nighy’s elegant, beautiful performance sharpens this cinematic gem about the dangers of sleepwalking through life. Continue reading Bill Nighy’s Stiff Upper Lip Slips in the Lovely, Understated “Living”

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2023 Golden Globes Takeaways: ‘The Fabelmans,’ ‘Banshees,’ and ‘EEAAO’ Duke it Out
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2023 Golden Globes Takeaways: ‘The Fabelmans,’ ‘Banshees,’ and ‘EEAAO’ Duke it Out

Hollywood’s biggest party is back from disgrace to throw some unexpected order into a chaotic awards season. Continue reading 2023 Golden Globes Takeaways: ‘The Fabelmans,’ ‘Banshees,’ and ‘EEAAO’ Duke it Out

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‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ Brutally Centers WWI Soldiers’ Sacrifices
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‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ Brutally Centers WWI Soldiers’ Sacrifices

Newcomer Felix Kammerer leads an unflinching, unsparingly detailed look at the traumatic experiences of soldiers on the front lines. Continue reading ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ Brutally Centers WWI Soldiers’ Sacrifices

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‘She Said’ is a Thrilling Recount of Women’s Tenacity Against Harvey Weinstein
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‘She Said’ is a Thrilling Recount of Women’s Tenacity Against Harvey Weinstein

Maria Schrader’s deliberate focus helps encapsulate the seismic cultural shift of the story of Weinstein’s widespread abuses. Continue reading ‘She Said’ is a Thrilling Recount of Women’s Tenacity Against Harvey Weinstein

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The Bold Epic ‘Babylon’ Chastises and Champions Hollywood
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The Bold Epic ‘Babylon’ Chastises and Champions Hollywood

Damien Chazelle’s 3-hour ode to Hollywood’s magic and mayhem is ambitious, overwhelming, and utterly captivating. Continue reading The Bold Epic ‘Babylon’ Chastises and Champions Hollywood

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The Delightful ‘Glass Onion’ Peels Apart the Billionaire Genius Myth
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The Delightful ‘Glass Onion’ Peels Apart the Billionaire Genius Myth

Rian Johnson’s sequel to ‘Knives Out’ improves on its original with its razor-sharp dissection of wealth and narcissism. Continue reading The Delightful ‘Glass Onion’ Peels Apart the Billionaire Genius Myth

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