Author: Lex Williams
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‘My Father’s Dragon’ – Review
Netflix’s new animated film is a delightful adaptation of the 1948 children’s book series. My Father’s Dragon follows the story of Elmer Elevator (Jacob Tremblay), a young optimistic boy who lives with his mother, Dela (Golshifteh Farahani), who owns a grocery store in a small town. When Dela is forced to close the beloved store,…
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‘Girl Picture’ – Review
Alli Haapasalo’s Finnish film is an honest and refreshing look at young adulthood and sexuality. Girl Picture, a Finnish film written and directed by Alli Haapasalo, follows the story of three teenage girls, Emma, Mimmi, and Rönkkö, on three consecutive Fridays. The proceeding journey evokes feelings of curiosity and excitement, as all three girls begin…
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‘Enola Holmes 2’ – Review
Following the success of 2020’s Enola Holmes, Netflix has returned with another adventure from the young detective. Set shortly after the events of the first film, Enola Holmes 2 follows its titular character (Millie Bobby Brown), a young detective and little sister of the infamous Sherlock Holmes (Henry Cavill) as she navigates her first professional…
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‘Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me’ – Review
Selena Gomez offers a vulnerable and raw chance at a conversation around mental health in this powerful documentary. *Trigger warning: mental health, self harm, and suicide* Selena Gomez opens her documentary with a promise: “I’ll only tell you my darkest secrets.” She spends the next ninety minutes fulfilling that promise. Selena Gomez: My Mind and…
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‘Wendell and Wild’- Review
After thirteen years, Henry Selick makes his triumphant return with Wendell and Wild, Netflix’s new animated horror comedy, co-written by Jordan Peele. The film, which is co-written by Selick and Jordan Peele, tells the story of Kat Elliot, a young rebellious girl who is tormented by both proverbial and literal demons of her past. Kat…
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‘Rosaline’ – Review
This modern Shakespeare tale turns an overworked tragedy into a modern romantic comedy, helmed by a powerhouse performance by Kaitlyn Dever. *This review contains slight spoilers!* Modernizing Shakespeare is not a new concept. Baz Luhrman’s Romeo + Juliet (1996) arguably sets a gold standard for placing a Shakespearean tragedy in the modern world. Films like…
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‘Catherine Called Birdy’ – Review
Lena Dunham’s adaptation of the 1994 novel is a charming watch, carried by a stand-out performance by Bella Ramsey. Catherine Called Birdy follows the story of Catherine (who goes by Birdy, hence the title) as she comes of age in medieval times. Birdy must navigate family, love, loss, and the looming fear of being married…
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‘Don’t Worry Darling’ – Review
Olivia Wilde’s new dramatic thriller is a visual wonder to behold, but does not ever fully blossom to the film it wants to be. *This review contains spoilers!* Olivia Wilde is a brilliant director, who can craft a world on screen that is beautiful and crisp. Don’t Worry Darling perfectly exemplifies this. The film invites…
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‘Moonage Daydream’ – Review
Moonage Daydream serves more as a beautiful tribute, that gracefully captures the very essence of who David Bowie was, or at least, who he was to the public. It’s hard to describe Moonage Daydream. Yes, it is a documentary, but not in the traditional sense. There’s no overarching narrative. No main anchor point or person…
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‘Pinocchio’ – Review
Disney’s remake of the 1940 film falls flat despite its star-studded cast. Watching a live action Disney remake can be reminiscent of riding a classic Disney park ride after it’s been refurbished. If done well, it will remind you of everything you loved about the original. Evoke a sense of nostalgia. Add a little bit…
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