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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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  • How the 2023 Oscars Rejected Cynicism
    After last year's startling low, the 95th Academy Awards returned with an open-hearted embrace of optimism and a collective love of movies.
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    With the 95th Academy Awards days away, these nominees are closest to victory (or at least have a reasonable shot).
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    Sarah Polley and her ensemble bring difficult discussions of sexual violence to life with stunning clarity.

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2023 Sundance Film Festival Recap: Five Films to Look Out For
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2023 Sundance Film Festival Recap: Five Films to Look Out For

Jonathan Majors, Phoebe Dynevor, and Teyana Taylor lead some of the most promising titles from the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Continue reading 2023 Sundance Film Festival Recap: Five Films to Look Out For

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‘Infinity Pool’: No Thoughts, Just (Dirty) Vibes
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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. Continue reading ‘Infinity Pool’: No Thoughts, Just (Dirty) Vibes

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‘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”
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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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Céline Dion’s Greatest Pop Moments
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Céline Dion’s Greatest Pop Moments

A celebration of pop’s most titanic voice, who turned walloping emotional sincerity into an art form. Continue reading Céline Dion’s Greatest Pop Moments

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