Category: Mini Review
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Mini Review: Emilia Perez
#EmiliaPerez is a lot – pop musical, cartel thriller & trans story all in one. And while on paper it shouldn’t work…it really kinda does! Led by its strong cast of talented women & a powerful vision from director Jacques Audiard, it’s a great watch. In theatres this weekend.
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Mini Review: Venom The Last Dance
#VenomTheLastDance delivers on brainless fun and action, but sadly not on much else. But don’t expect much in the way of character development, plot, or continuity. It at least tries to end the franchise on a sentimental note, even if it doesn’t land. Good effort I guess!
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Mini Review: Anora
Palme D’Or winner Anora is a winner indeed, bringing a euphoric energy to screen that feels youthful & kinetic, & then building a perfect mix of tension, a surprising amount of humour & catharsis in its back half. Mikey Madison is a perfect as our lead. In theatres this weekend.
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Mini Review: Transformers One
It’s nice to see the Transformers franchise go for a new approach, and focus on the Transformers themselves for once. #TransformersOne is indeed a good animated movie with wide appeal, and a step up for the franchise. But it’s missing something to make it truly exceptional.
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Mini Review: We Live in Time
The latest from @A24, #WeLiveInTime is a what you see is what you get kinda movie – a script that oozes authenticity, stellar performances from Pugh & Garfield, & a non-linear narrative that ultimately enhances its touching story. Fantastic as expected. In theatres this weekend.
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Mini Review: Woman of the Hour
Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut #WomanOfTheHour, which hits theatres Oct 11 & @netflix Oct 18, is a refreshingly nuanced take on the serial killer true crime genre that’s captivating but never gratuitous in its depiction of violence. A must watch! One of my faves from #TIFF23.
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Mini Review: Saturday Night
While it won’t be for everyone, as an SNL fan, the #SaturdayNightMovie really worked. The kineticism, pitch perfect casting, lightning fast script & phenomenal ramp up to the end all had me hooked. Thoroughly enjoyable but don’t expect any deep insights. In theatres this weekend.
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Mini Review: The Outrun
Saoirse Ronan delivers yet another awards-worthy performance as an alcoholic struggling with sobriety in #TheOutrun. While it’s a slow & familiar journey to its cathartic conclusion, the interweaving of the rock-bottom & recovery plots & the beautiful scenery help. Worth a watch!
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Mini Review: Joker: Folie à Deux
The musical aspects of #JokerFolieADeux, while cool in theory & decently realized in practice, can’t elevate a woefully basic plot. Joaquin Phoenix is consistent at least, & Lady Gaga does her best with what little she’s given (which is mostly singing). So ultimately, it’s fine.
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Mini Review: In The Summers
Sundance’s #InTheSummers is a deeply personal portrait of two sisters who spend the summer with their problematic father, told over multiple years. While it didn’t quite come together for me emotionally, there’s an authenticity & tenderness that will surely resonate with many.
