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'Sicario: Day of the Soldado' Review

'Sicario: Day of the Soldado' Review

The first Sicario was a delicate cinematic depiction of a horrifying cartel war on the Mexican border. This new sequel is bolder and more character-focused, but does it live up to its infamous predecessor?

By Barnaby Turner | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'Won't You Be My Neighbor?' Review

'Won't You Be My Neighbor?' Review

Won’t You Be My Neighbor? is a film that tells the story of Mister Rogers (from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood), but does it live up to the hype?

By Jordan Ryan Lester | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'The Year of Spectacular Men' Review

'The Year of Spectacular Men' Review

Perpetually confounded Izzy Klein just can’t seem to get a grasp on being adult. She expects answers to her deepest questions, yet the further she goes into her own life story, the more confused she becomes. Could the concrete ending she seeks merely signal the end of her prologue?

By Douglas Davidson | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'Mountain' Review

'Mountain' Review

There’s a mystique to mountains like Everest and those found within the Himalayas. Director Jennifer Peedom offers a chance to explore the mysteries from the safety of your couch thanks to Go-Pros, drones, and helicopters. Prepare yourself to experience wonders only the bold challenge themselves to see.

By Douglas Davidson | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'Love, Simon' Film & 4K Ultra HD / Blu-ray Review

'Love, Simon' Film & 4K Ultra HD / Blu-ray Review

'Love, Simon' is based on 'Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda' a highly successful award-winning young adult novel from back in 2015. In *Love, Simon*, we meet Simon Spier (Nick Robinson) a...

By Chris Lentz | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' Review

'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' Review

It’s true: “no-one’s impressed by a dinosaur anymore,” but does director J.A. Bayona work his magic and think small with this Jurassic World sequel, or does it all the spectacle wind up feeling empty?

By Barnaby Turner | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'The Strangers: Prey at Night' Film & Blu-ray Review

'The Strangers: Prey at Night' Film & Blu-ray Review

'The Strangers: Prey at Night' is the long-awaited sequel to the excellent 'The Strangers' from way back in 2008. I call *The Strangers: Prey at Night* a sequel very lightly. The only details it shares is...

By Chris Lentz | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
ATLFF Review: 'American Animals'

ATLFF Review: 'American Animals'

'American Animals' is written and directed by Bart Layton and tells the story of the 2004 Transylvania University book heist, where four students attempted to steal a collection of rare books from the university libraries restricted section.

By Chris Lentz | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'Solo: A Star Wars Story' Review

'Solo: A Star Wars Story' Review

‘Solo: A Star Wars Story,’ sees one of the most well-known characters in movie history get an origin story, but does the film justify itself and fly past its production problems and fan speculations?

By Barnaby Turner | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago
'Terminal' Review

'Terminal' Review

Neo-noir crime thrillers with plenty of twists and turns are a dime a dozen these days. Many have gone on to attain cult status, but what about the rest, the ones with all style and no substance? That's where 'Terminal' comes into play. This movie serves as...

By Lolo Loves Films | Leave a Comment | Published 5 years ago