In The Brutalist, directed by Brady Corbet, architecture is not merely a backdrop but the scaffolding of the narrative—a haunting testament to both creative ambition and personal disintegration. Corbet, who made a name with Vox Lux and The Childhood of a Leader, delves into the story of László Toth (played with raw intensity by Adrien […]
KINDS OF KINDNESS (R) Dir. Yorgos Lanthimos Lanthimos’ absurdist comedy triptych examines the bizarre, ugly aspects of the human condition and our struggle to accept and control our existence – complete with finger-severing, sweat-licking, cringe-worthy laughs (4.0 / 5.0) B- Yorgos Lanthimos movies are strange. That statement almost goes without saying; from The Lobster
French director Claire Denis is leaning increasingly toward English language films. Typically known for her French language submissions that make a splash at Cannes or international film festivals, Denis is not what you would call a mainstream filmmaker. Her intimate films always explore human connections, whether it be love triangles, space life, or in this
The first major motion picture to explore the life of Harriet Tubman comes with a lot of expectations. Transferring the life and courage of the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad is about finding a way to tell the complete story while balancing it with entertainment and engagement. Kasi Lemmons admitted during the world
The book Queen of Scots: The True Life of Mary Stuart by John Guy makes a lot of assumptions that one can only wonder if they are true or just wishful thinking. If you are able to set aside its historical inaccuracy, “Mary, Queen of Scots,” will prove a more enjoyable, diverse experience for modern audiences. For
Despite internationally acclaimed director Yorgos Lanthimos not penning the script this time, “The Favourite” is still very much one of his films. The severe divisiveness among critics caused by “The Lobster” and “The Killing of a Sacred Deer” is lessened in “The Favourite,” which started garnering Oscar buzz the moment it debuted at the Venice Film Festival. It’s
I’ve been frustrated by two time Oscar winning director Ang Lee’s films before, but the disaster now known as Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk reaches new depths. Disclaimer, I saw the film in regular 2D presentation, not the 120 high frame rate that bothered so many critics at festivals. Lee would have been better off