Needless to say my expectations for the new Christian Petzold film were through the roof. The German filmmaker’s last two movies, 2014’s “Phoenix” and 2018’s “Transit”, are both snugly among my favorites from the last decade. His latest “Undine” has finally come to the States courtesy of IFC Films. And while it might not pack … Continue reading
Movie Poster Spotlight: “Annette” (2021)
Check out the stunning new French poster for the upcoming musical drama “Annette”. Director: Leos Carax Starring: Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard, Simon Helberg Release: July 6th, 2021 (Cannes Film Festival)
REVIEW: “Blue Miracle” (2021)
Netflix’s new film “Blue Miracle” is one those ‘based on a true story’ family dramas that never strays from its well-worn formula. Nothing catches you by surprise and from its earliest moments you know exactly how things are going to turn out. Yet, the movie works because it succeeds where it counts the most – … Continue reading
First Glance: “Jungle Cruise”
Disney continues to warm us up for their summer movie lineup, this time by releasing a new trailer for “Jungle Cruise”. Our new look at this big-budgeted blockbuster that’s based on a popular Disneyland theme park ride looks like it wants to be this generation’s “Pirates of the Caribbean”. The trailer looks, feels, and plays … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Gully” (2021)
Three troubled teens unload years of pent-up rage over 48 hours of drugs, violence, and mayhem in “Gully”, the first narrative feature film from director Nabil Elderkin. Best known for his Hip Hop and R&B music videos for big acts like Kanye West, John Legend, and The Black Eyes Peas, Elderkin teams with screenwriter Marcus … Continue reading
First Glance: “Gunpowder Milkshake”
Now here’s a movie title that grabs your attention! “Gunpowder Milkshake” is an upcoming action-thriller-comedy from Israeli filmmaker Navot Papushado. It has a tantalizing cast that includes Karen Gillan, Lena Headey, Angela Bassett, Paul Giamatti, Carla Gugino, Michelle Yeoh, and more. The film was snatched up by Netflix and has all the feel of a … Continue reading