Early in the Summer, I came across a movie that would sit atop my To Watch list for months to come until its release. My anticipation for Carol — propelled even further by its sweep of Golden Globe nominations last week — was through the roof — and for good reason. Who wouldn’t want to see a film… Read More Rooney Mara and Cate Blanchett captivate in 50s drama “Carol”
This review features some spoilers. If you have not watched The Force Awakens yet, consider yourself warned. In 1977, director George Lucas made a film that would forever alter the way visual effects were perceived. Star Wars: a New Hope (Episode IV) proved a fruitful forey into sophostocated special effects, one that would set the path… Read More J. J. Abrams revives Star Wars franchise with “The Force Awakens”
It’s been a long time since I wrote one of these, and I think it’s because I haven’t found the right movie to write about. I used to think that reviewing movies was all about watching the latest films and doing a write-up before your contemporaries. Of course, my love for film is not compromised… Read More Mad Men writer Victor Levin takes the director’s seat for “5 to 7”
The year has seen a flock of experimental horror movies grace the screen. From It Follows to Good Night, Mommy (released late last year, wide release this year), film-makers have been expanding the genre to include more elements, envisioning new ways to give what would otherwise be a normal jump-scare a new twist. One trend I’ve… Read More “Unfriended” takes ambitious risk, makes movie-making history
As I look at myself now, my mind wanders back to who I was in high school. I think we all do at some point. In my case, it was all just a blur. Would I do anything differently if I could? Probably not. Every choice I made then got me here now, and I… Read More “Paper Towns” charges ahead, falls shy of finish line
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