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Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul Sundance 2022 Review: Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown GLOW in Average Satire

Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown in a comedy-drama about a Baptist church scandal sounds like THE TEA, doesn’t it? Well… Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul might’ve bitten off a little more than it could chew. Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul is directed by Adamma Ebo and stars Regina Hall and Sterling K Brown. It follows First Lady Trinitie Childs (Hall) and Pastor … Continue reading Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul Sundance 2022 Review: Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown GLOW in Average Satire

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Emily The Criminal Sundance 2022 Review: Aubrey Plaza Steals The Show in Sharp Heist Drama

Are you a fan of Parks and Recreation? Yes, it’s better than the office. Remember April Ludgate? Aubrey Plaza has come a long way since and Emily The Criminal does a lot to put her range on full display. Emily The Criminal is directed by John Patton Ford and stars Aubrey Plaza and Theo Rossi. This heist drama follows Emily (Plaza), a down on her … Continue reading Emily The Criminal Sundance 2022 Review: Aubrey Plaza Steals The Show in Sharp Heist Drama

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After Yang Sundance 2022 Review: Unique Look at Being Human

One of the greatest details about Science Fiction is its ability to bend reality. After Yang does this but in a way that gives a unique scope in what it is to be a human being. After Yang is directed by Kogonada and stars Colin Farrell, Jodie Turner-Smith, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja. The story follows a futuristic society where a family attempts to save the life … Continue reading After Yang Sundance 2022 Review: Unique Look at Being Human

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‘Resurrection’ Sundance 2022 Review: Rebecca Hall ASTONISHES in Ineffective Thriller

Rebecca Hall has found her niche in the wife character in unhinged, quasi-psycho thriller-horrors. First The Night House, and now Resurrection. Fan of adrenaline-pumping, anxiety-inducing dramas? You’ve come to the right stop at Resurrection, but maybe it took it a pinch too off the rails. Resurrection is directed by Andrew Semans and stars Rebecca Hall, Tim Roth, and Grace Kaufman. It follows successful business executive … Continue reading ‘Resurrection’ Sundance 2022 Review: Rebecca Hall ASTONISHES in Ineffective Thriller

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‘In The Heights’ Review: Extravagant Display of Culture and Community

Which musical films would you consider masterpieces? Good news: you can most likely add In The Heights to that list. In The Heights is based on the play of the same name by Lin-Manuel Miranda and directed by Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians). It stars Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Melissa Barrera, Leslie Grace, Jimmy Smits, and Olga Merediz. The story follows young, likeable bodega … Continue reading ‘In The Heights’ Review: Extravagant Display of Culture and Community

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Those Who Wish Me Dead Review: An Adrenaline Pumping Thriller

Taylor Sheridan returns with another neo-western thriller. The adrenaline from engulfed flames on one end, and ruthless killers on the other will have you on the edge of your SEAT. Those Who Wish Me Dead is directed by Taylor Sheridan and stars an incredible cast featuring Angelina Jolie, Finn Little, Nicholas Hoult, Aiden Gillen, Jon Bernthal, and Tyler Perry. The story follows a teenage witness … Continue reading Those Who Wish Me Dead Review: An Adrenaline Pumping Thriller

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Thunder Force Movie Review

“In a time where superhero movies are coming out frequently, would a Ben Falcone movie with a super-strong Melissa McCarthy work? Well… Thunder Force was definitely… interesting. “ Thunder Force is directed by Ben Falcone and stars Melissa McCarthy (shocker), Octavia Spencer, Jason Bateman, Taylor Mosby, Bobby Cannavale, and Pom Klementieff. The story takes place in a world where supervillains run amuck in the streets. … Continue reading Thunder Force Movie Review

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Voyagers Movie Review

When you think of space voyage films, what are some of your favorites? When it comes to neon-colored space explorations, Voyagers is a strong film in the entry. Voyagers stars Tye Sheridan, Lily-Rose Depp, Fionn Whitehead, Chanté Adams, and Isaac Hempstead Wright in a film where a group of young astronauts take a multi-generational journey into space and madness. The film is an exciting entry … Continue reading Voyagers Movie Review

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Godzilla vs. Kong Movie Review

What’s the last great monster movie you’ve seen? I’d have to say when it comes to the MonsterVerse, Godzilla vs. Kong is the best film yet. This movie was a visual feast and an absolute blast of a watch. Godzilla Vs. Kong stars Alexander Skarsgård as Dr. Nathan Lind, Millie Bobby Brown as Madison Russell, Rebecca Hall as Dr. Ilene Andrews, Brian Tyree Henry as … Continue reading Godzilla vs. Kong Movie Review

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Raya and the Last Dragon Movie Review

What’s the last animated movie that made you cry? Raya and the Last Dragon packed an emotional punch that sent shockwaves through me. I couldn’t hold back tears! Raya and the Last Dragon stars an ensemble cast of mostly East Asian actors, including Kelly Marie Tran as Raya, Awkwafina as Sisu, Izaac Wang as Buon, Gemma Chan as Namaari, Daniel Dae Kim as Benja, Benedict … Continue reading Raya and the Last Dragon Movie Review

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