‘Deep Water’ is Another Nail in the Erotic Thriller Coffin
Adrian Lyne’s first film in twenty years is a flaccid, messy, and sexless misfire. Continue reading ‘Deep Water’ is Another Nail in the Erotic Thriller Coffin
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‘The Adam Project’ Remembers Ryan Reynolds Can Do More Than Quip
Shawn Levy’s time travel adventure is overstuffed and undercooked, but the director cooks up a surprisingly potent showcase for Ryan Reynolds’ talents. Continue reading ‘The Adam Project’ Remembers Ryan Reynolds Can Do More Than Quip
Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson Deliver a Hopeful, Human Portrait of ‘The Batman’
Batman gets a new gritty, sexy lease on life with an all-time best detective noir story. Continue reading Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson Deliver a Hopeful, Human Portrait of ‘The Batman’
‘Uncharted’ Makes a Compelling Case for Tom Holland as an Action Hero
Holland’s charismatic presence elevates a rote, empty spectacle to an enjoyable thrill ride. Continue reading ‘Uncharted’ Makes a Compelling Case for Tom Holland as an Action Hero
2022 Oscar Nomination Takeaways: Passionate Word of Mouth Conquers Precursors?
The Oscars are always gonna Oscar, but the 2022 nominee class suggests some interesting paths forward. Continue reading 2022 Oscar Nomination Takeaways: Passionate Word of Mouth Conquers Precursors?
Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones Electrify in the Magnificently Unhinged ‘Fresh’
Mimi Cave’s directorial debut will be tough to stomach for some, but its outrageous concept is thrillingly conceived. Continue reading Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones Electrify in the Magnificently Unhinged ‘Fresh’
Grief and Art Intersect in the Slow and Steady Stunner ‘Drive My Car’
Hidetoshi Nishijima’s exploration of the long-tail effects of loss is a long ride, but worth the journey. Continue reading Grief and Art Intersect in the Slow and Steady Stunner ‘Drive My Car’
‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’ is the New Essential Shakespeare Adaptation
Denzel Washington is astonishing in Joel Coen’s staggeringly bold take on the rise and fall of the Macbeths. Continue reading ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’ is the New Essential Shakespeare Adaptation