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A fascinating film that centers around a group of aliens that has landed in our world and inhabits a small area of South Africa, District 9 has a mockumentary feel with an interesting story to tell. There is a common saying that basically says there are no new ideas. Mark Twain is credited with the…
A classic 90s crime caper, Sneakers has a fantastic cast and shows off all of the pique technology of the day that we can look back on now with smiling nostalgia. I remember watching this movie in the movie theater when I was in high school. I vaguely remember the story, and a few things…
A fantastical tale of love and grief, The Fountain, about a medical researcher trying to save his dying wife, includes many layers and epic stories. When this movie was first released, I remember hearing the mixed reviews. People thought it was confusing or were in love with it; the stories didn’t connect with each other…
A true crime documentary about a Scottish serial killer in the early 1980s, Memories Of A Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes is a fascinating look into a murderer, much of which is in his own words. I have been a true crime junkie since I was in high school. While that concerned my parents a bit…
The second film in the original Frankenstein series, Bride Of Frankenstein, which follows Frankenstein’s monster on his continuing journey, is still incredibly engaging and better than the original. The “Bride of Frankenstein” has always been a character in the ether. You see her show up as a Halloween costume or occasionally if someone gets electrocuted…
Stylized and fun, Wake Up Dead Man, A Knives Out Mystery, about a murder at a small-town church with lots of eccentric suspects, is just super enjoyable. The Knives Out series has been a really great addition to the cinematic collection of films. They are great modern murder mysteries with large ensemble casts that keep…
An tense thriller about a dystopian future where couples who want a child must complete a 7 day assessment, The Assessment feels like a slowly building nightmare. Horror movies come in many forms these days. I am not a fan of the ones with the creepy music and jump scares, but a lot of psychological…
A charming film about an actor coming to terms with the choices he’s made on his life’s journey, Jay Kelley has some fresh ideas and an abundance of familiar faces. I find the casting of films fascinating. Sometimes you have projects with no big names attached, and it makes the story feel more real. Like,…
An incredibly authentic-feeling film about a teenager trying to find her place while feeling completely alone, Fish Tank is an excellent study in young hopes and needs. Being a teenager is really difficult. You don’t always notice while you are going through it, but looking back? I’m good with where I am now. As a…
The classic film that brought the monster to the screen, Frankenstein from 1931, about an inventor who scavenges for human scraps to create a brand new being, still holds up well. I recently watched the new Frankenstein film (2025) and absolutely loved it. It was magnificent and I could probably talk about it for hours….
A very cute sequel, Zootopia 2, where detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde now must solve a case around a mysterious snake, is full of energy with inclusive messaging. My daughter loves the original Zootopia movie. We watched it as a family when it was in theaters in 2016, and even at 17 years old,…
A tender and bittersweet film about a couple dealing with a huge loss and grief in two separate ways, The Starling is a quirky and enjoyable ride. It is no secret that I love the movie St. Vincent. I wrote about it a little while ago and I watch it every few years. Tonally, it…
