There is a simple yet infectious charm all throughout the trailer for the upcoming road trip dramedy “The Man in the Hat”. The film opened last fall in the UK and marks the directorial debut for British composer Stephen Warbeck. It’s finally making its way to the States and there’s so much to love about … Continue reading
RETRO REVIEW: “The Prestige” (2006)
It has been nearly 15 years since Christopher Nolan blew our minds with his period psychological thriller “The Prestige”. For those who haven’t seen it, a quick glance at the synopsis won’t really do the film justice. Yes, it’s about two rival magicians duking it out in an escalating game of one-upmanship. But like every … Continue reading
First Glance: “Annette”
I can’t remember the last time I had a reaction this mixed to a movie trailer. “Annette” has pieces that should put it near the tip-top of my ‘Most Anticipated’ list. Marion Cotillard and Adam Driver are among my very favorites and the idea of them together on screen is enough to sell almost any … Continue reading
REVIEW: “My Octopus Teacher” (2020)
The engaging and now Oscar-nominated documentary “My Octopus Teacher” is a beautiful, moving, and reflective experience. It’s also a little crazy and doesn’t do much to hide its aggressive tugs on your heartstrings. This Netflix Original from co-directors Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed has garnered a lot of praise since its September release on the … Continue reading
First Glance: “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”
Marvel Studios has been making entertainment headlines with their second successful Disney+ streaming series. But now they’re ready to tease their return to the big screen (after “Black Widow” or course) by giving us our first look at “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”. This is an interesting character choice for the MCU … Continue reading
REVIEW: “My Wonderful Wanda” (2021)
Two families from two completely different worlds collide in Bettina Oberli’s biting satire “My Wonderful Wanda”. The Swiss film had its world premiere at Tribeca where it won a special jury mention in the Nora Ephron Award category. Now this prickly yet often witty dramedy makes it way to the States sporting a wacky “Knives … Continue reading