Nicholas Cage stars in one of his most subtle roles proving that he is an underrated acting giant. Dream Scenario is a fantasy/comedy movie which while presenting an outrageous what-if scenario, exhibits a commentary on fame in the modern age of social media and cancel culture. Coupled with a fresh concept, the movie has an […]
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Bradley Cooper’s Maestro paints a portrait of love, ambition and the complexities of marriage. It is a visually stunning film with powerful lead performances. Maestro is based on the life of Leonard Bernstein, a legendary American conductor and composer but surprisingly focused on his romantic relationships. It is only Bradley Cooper’s second directorial feature, but
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In Netflix’s The Watcher, Cannavale’s entertaining performance and Murphy’s mastery of horror deliver gripping tension. Claiming to be based on real events, however, it’s more so a fantasy.​ The Watcher, a Netflix series, is inspired by one of those true stories that make one wonder, is there no limit to the amount of creepiness that
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Despite homages to classic slashers and a decent twist, the movie suffers from shallow characters, a tired plot and a lack of genuine tension. The title Thanksgiving deserved a much better movie. Before the titles roll, the best part of Thanksgiving is already over. It’s shocking to me how a movie with so much promise
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A slow-paced Hitchcockian thriller that explores societal tensions, race dynamics and the downside of technological advancement with unrealized potential. Sam Esmail, the writer and director of Leave the World Behind, based the screenplay on the novel of the same name written by Rumaan Alam. Esmail, known for Homecoming and Mr. Robot, is fascinated by the
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The movie that revived Hollywood post-COVID, Top Gun: Maverick delivers stunning aerial sequences, heartfelt moments and Tom Cruise! The sequel came out 36 years after the original. In those 36 years Top Gun became a part of American history, an unforgettable piece of pop culture. Top Gun Maverick makes the most of that history by
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An unconventional romance set in 1970s LA, the uniquely charming Licorice Pizza, although smaller in scale than his other films, projects the magic of Paul Thomas Anderson’s filmmaking. The way to watch a movie directed by Paul Thomas Anderson is to not presume what the movie is about. PTA, as he is sometimes referred to;
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Anatomy of a Scandal unravels a scandalous affair in this thought-provoking courtroom drama that delves into lifestyles of the British elite. Anatomy of a Scandal, the Netflix miniseries is part relationship and part courtroom drama that slowly unfolds an affair between a British minister and his colleague. In the process, the minister’s family is exposed
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With an extraordinary performance by Colin Farrell and an enthralling storyline, The North Water stands out as one of the best mini-series of 2021, combining beauty and brutality in the icy landscapes of the Arctic. This Collin Farrell starring BBC mini-series is based on a book by Ian Mcguire that falls under the historical fiction
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