Category: Genre
Five Feet Apart propelled by poignant story of survival, love, and sacrifice
Occasionally, I am at odds with many movie critics. Such is the case for Five…
Birdbox boosted by strong, experienced cast
For practical reasons, I focus my reviews on movies released in commercial theaters. But several…
Fighting With My Family is a balanced blend of comedy and family dynamics
Movies about professional wrestling are not high on my “to watch” list — I’m not…
Roma shines with a little help from Mexican history
The movie Roma shines when audiences understand the backstory to this Mexican film.
Spike Lee’s BlacKkKlansman brokers larger discussion on race in America
The knot in my stomach churned up by BlacKkKlansman still gnawed at my insides more…
Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse is Genre Busting Fun
Wow. Just Wow. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen an engaging, genre-busting movie,…
On the Basis of Sex honors the trials and vindication of legal pioneer Ruth Bader Ginsburg
On the Basis of Sex captures the human side of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Set It Up‘s light touch is a worthy diversion into romantic comedy
Set It Up‘s (2018) light touch uses a surprisingly snappy comic script and on-screen chemistry…
Hotel Artemis Struggles at Check In
Hotel Artemis seems to have everything it needs to be a successful film but manages…
Movie Review: Fine acting can’t lift Ocean’s Eight above a predictable plot
Ocean’s Eight is the newest addition to the Ocean’s “heist film” series rebooted by Ocean’s…
