Seeing the Tyler Perry stamp on a movie tends to prompt certain expectations, many of which aren’t especially flattering. But say what you will, Perry has firmly established himself within the industry as an actor, writer, director, and producer. And I’ll give him credit, he certainly doesn’t let bad reviews or criticisms slow him down. … Continue reading
Writer-director Halina Reijn attempts to make a bold statement but quickly loses her voice in “Babygirl”, an erotic thriller that’s neither erotic or thrilling. This baffling misfire seeks to say something about sexual freedom and power dynamics. But rather than speak anything profound, it loses itself in what plays like a carnal romp that only … Continue reading
Period horror maestro Robert Eggers conducts a new Symphony of Horror with “Nosferatu”, a brilliantly assured remake of F.W. Murnau’s 1922 German classic of the same name. Written and directed by Eggers, this devilish dive into Gothic horror features most of the filmmaker’s well established trademarks along with a perfectly tuned cast who fully submerge … Continue reading
Upon first hearing that Timothée Chalamet was set the play Bob Dylan in an upcoming biopic, I admit to thinking they could have found someone better. But after seeing him in the role of the legendary American singer-songwriter, I wondered who could have played Dylan better. Chalamet delivers a knock-out performance in James Mangold’s “A … Continue reading
There has been a lot of buzz, both good and bad, about James Gunn’s ascension to the head of DC Studios. Without question Gunn has his fans and they aren’t afraid to share their support. But there just as many who are skeptical and for good reason. I remain a huge fan of the Zack … Continue reading
Steven Soderbergh has quite a first quarter lining up in 2025. He already has a creepy psychological (or is it supernatural) thriller releasing in late January called “Presence”. Yesterday Focus Features dropped the first trailer for “Black Bag”, a star-studded spy thriller directed by Soderbergh and starring the magnetic duo of Cate Blanchett and Michael … Continue reading
Keith & the Movies 