The Listener Review
The Listener, releasing in theaters and on VOD via Vertical Entertainment on March 29th, leaves viewers waiting on hold in this monotonous and unfulfilling take on crisis hotline workers and callers.
If These Walls Could Sing Review - Mary McCartney Celebrates Her Childhood in this Definitive Look at Abbey Road Studios
Mary McCartney’s first feature film is a touching reminiscence on her childhood as the daughter of one of The Beatles, Paul McCartney, as well as the definitive documentary on Abbey Road Studios, and the people who made it into the legendary name it is today.
Vengeance Review: B.J. Novak’s Directorial Debut Showcases Showstopping Performances, But Buckles Under the Weight of An Aging Script
Here is my review of B.J. Novak’s directorial debut, Vengeance, which is currently in a limited theatrical release from Focus Features.
Tribeca 2022 | Good Luck to You, Leo Grande Review - This Sex-Positive Dramedy Hits All the Right Notes
Good Luck to You, Leo Grande is one of the best sex-positive dramedies ever made, due to great direction & stellar performances.
Tribeca 2022 | You Can Live Forever Review - A Smart Infusion of 90s Nostalgia, A Touching Romance & Religious Oppression That Everyone Can Connect To
Mark Slutsky & Sarah Watt’s new film premiered at the Tribeca 2022 Festival & is one of the best films I’ve seen.
Check out my review here.
Tribeca 2022 | Chop & Steele Review - The Ultimate Pranksters Meet in One of the Most Inventive Documentaries I’ve Seen All Year
Chop & Steele, a documentary about a prank that Joe Pickett & Nick Prueher pulled off (somehow) years ago premiered at the 2022 Tribeca Festival, and is one of the best documentaries I’ve seen all year.
Tribeca 2022 | Halftime Review - Stunning Direction Can’t Save This Messily Edited Jennifer Lopez Documentary
After its debut at the 2022 Tribeca Festival, I review the Jennifer Lopez documentary, Halftime, which…isn’t good.
The Valet Review: Both Acapulco and Marry Me Did It Better
The latest rom-com, The Valet, is an awful attempt at creating the next big hit.
Dune: Part One Review - This Is Only the Beginning
Dune: Part One is a visionary story told by the biggest visionary of Hollywood, Denis Villeneuve.
Read my review.
Passing Review: A Colorful Portrait of Race Painted In Black & White
In Rebecca Hall's directorial debut, she explores racial tensions in 1920s New York in her adaptation of the 1929 novella of the same name.
The Cleaner Review - A Messy & Uninventive Crime Drama That Isn't Without Merit
While it doesn't add anything new to the genre, The Cleaner, directed by Erin Elders, is not a crime drama that people should pass up this week, if only to witness the fasicnating decisions made in the direction and acting.
Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles Review -- Billie Eilish Trades Her Signature Vision for A Lackluster Concert Film
In Billie Eilish's concert film for Disney+, she shows off her talent on-stage, but gives up the vision that made her famous in the first place.
The Night House Review: David Bruckner Reinvents the Classic Ghost Story In Searchlight Pictures' Latest Horror Thriller
The Night House is a wonderful horror-thrilled bolstered by Rebecca Hall's amazing performance and a whole crew that creates one of the best horror films of the year, with a few flaws.
CODA Review: Siân Heder's Directorial Debut Is One of the Best Films of the Year
CODA is a once-in-a-generation film.Read my review of Siân Heder's directorial debut below.
The Suicide Squad Review: James Gunn Reboots Task Force X With One of the Best Comic Book Films In Years
Five years later, Task Force X is back. This time with a new director and new team.
Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain Review: Morgan Neville’s Latest Documentary Goes Into the Mind of Anthony Bourdain, For Better or For Worse
Three years after his death, Anthony Bourdain finally gets the portrait he deserves, even if there are some questionable choices within.
The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard Review: Ryan Reynolds and Company Return for A Fun Blockbuster Popcorn Comedy Worthy Of A Trip To Your Local Theater
Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson, and Salma Hayek return for the sequel to the 2017 hit film, The Hitman's Bodyguard. Can lightning strike twice? Yes and no.
Cruella Review: Emma Stone Plays Cruella in Craig Gillespie's Cruel New Tale Exciting for Audiences New and Old in Disney's Latest Remake
In Disney's latest live-action remake, Craig Gillespie and Emma Stone create a backstory for Cruella de Ville that's just as interesting as the source material.
Nomadland Audio Review
No, you're not seeing double. For those who like to listen to audio versions of reviews, my audio review of Nomadland is now live.