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A fantasy adventure about a young girl afraid of the real monsters under her bed, Dust Bunny is a beautifully designed film, with charming performances and an imaginative, storybook-like feel. Mads Mikkelsen has slowly added himself to my list of favorite actors. I first noticed him years ago, but it was when I watched Arctic…
An incredible proshot recorded during the last days of the production, Rent: Filmed Live On Broadway, about a group of artists living and loving in tenement housing in New York City, uniquely captures the beauty of this history-making show. I watched Rent for the first time in 1997 when it was on tour through Cincinnati,…
A light, true-crime drama about a romance and murder in an Amish community, Amish Stud is a simple film with a silly tone that somehow manages to maintain some minor intrigue. The Lifetime channel is famous for producing true-crime dramatic reinterpretations. They are often low-budget and campy, but they are incredibly easy to watch. There…
A suspenseful thriller about a deaf woman targeted by a serial killer, Midnight is a well-executed and immersive film that brings a fresh perspective to a familiar premise. There are so many phenomenal Korean films. A Taxi Driver, Minari, Memories of Murder, The Man From Nowhere, so many great ones. But because they aren’t marketed…
A dark comedy about relatives vying for their dying aunt’s fortune, The Estate is a hit-or-miss, predictable story with a strong cast, a few laughs, and more than a few cringey moments. When I came across this title recently, I was super confused why I’d never heard of it before. A 2022 film with Toni…
A moody drama about four criminals laying low in a house together, All the Devils Are Here is stylistically interesting but ultimately dull, never quite making the most of its talented cast. Sam Claflin is one of those actors who can factor into my choosing to watch a movie. He is consistently likable, even when…
Based on the true story of the scientific breakthrough behind IVF, Joy – The Birth of IVF is an engaging and thoughtfully told drama, elevated by strong performances and an interesting, quietly compelling story. When I first saw the poster for this film, it immediately reminded me of Audrey’s Children. Audrey’s Children had been released…
A musical proshot about a family navigating grief and mental health, Next to Normal is beautifully staged and emotionally overwhelming, with exceptional performances and a distinctly unique story in the world of musical theatre. I remember when Next To Normal first made it to Broadway in 2009. I have always been a huge Broadway nerd…
A fantasy adventure about a young woman forced to fend for herself, Damsel is visually striking, though it never quite rises above a fairly standard premise. When this movie first came out on Netflix, I remember being told to skip it. Netflix has a habit of cycle-producing movies, some of which are great, but many…
A road trip drama about a teenager setting out to capture meaningful sounds before losing his hearing, The Ultimate Playlist of Noise is an uneven but heartfelt story that builds to a genuinely moving final act. When this movie was first released on streaming, I immediately added it to my watchlist. I liked the cover,…
A subdued drama about a woman accused of her husband’s death, Anatomy Of A Fall is a pensive film where every word feels intentional, anchored by strong performances and spectacular cinematography. When I watched Project Hail Mary, I was struck by many things – it’s a fantastic film. One of them was Sandra Hüller, the…
A historical epic about the origins of the Robin Hood legend, Robin Hood is visually beautiful, with strong production design, though the story feels convoluted and not all that interesting. I remember watching Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves in the movie theater when it was released in 1991. Despite Kevin Costner’s American-accented Robin, who spoke…
