News of the World is thoughtful and beautifully shot Western story. Tom Hanks delivers a strong, yet familiar performance as Helena Zengel shines. Directed by Paul Greengrass, starring Tom Hanks and Helena Zengel, News of the World adapts the 2016 novel of the same name by Paulette Jiles. The film takes place five years after the…
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Wonder Woman 1984 - Review
Carried on the strength of its cast, Wonder Woman 1984 knows how to deliver on heartfelt moments. Unfortunately, it does not reach the inspiring heights of its predecessor, and an uneven script and a less-than-stellar story prevent it from being great. Directed by Patty Jenkins, and featuring the return of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman,…
Read MoreTenet - Review
Rather than opting for a traditional film review for Tenet, I have decided to do a review of the theatrical experience that surrounded Tenet. Being the first film I have seen since the pandemic began, I will be simultaneously reviewing the film while discussing the new reality we find ourselves in. Tenet is a Christopher…
Read MoreParasite - A Game-Changer for International Films
On Sunday, Parasite made history at the Academy Awards. Bong Joon-Ho’s mystery drama would go up to the Oscars stage four times and changing the rhetoric around international films. Parasite’s win for Best Picture made it the first international film to win the Academy’s top award in its 92-year history. Parasite won its first Oscar for Best…
Read MoreOscars 2020 Predictions | What Film Will Win Best Picture?
ComicBook Debate Discusses the 92nd Academy Awards Ahead of the awards. We offer our predictions on eight categories that will be handed out on February 9. What films will rule this year’s Oscars? Let us know in the comments below.
Read MoreThe Magic Of Long Shots
Aside from comics, films are the biggest artistic passion I have. Many films have had a huge impact on my life. There are an incredible amount of aspects that go into making a film and that’s one of the reasons I love them so much. Everything from the writing process, set and production design, the…
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Birds of Prey Review
Birds of Prey is a thrill ride with non-stop action, strong cinematography, bombastic score, and the ever charismatic Margot Robbie leading the way as Harley Quinn. Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is directed by Cathy Yan and stars Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress, Ewan…
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Dolittle - Review
Plagued by forced-in reshoots and suffering from a paper-thin plot, it seems not even Robert Downey Jr. is able to carry this film to watchable status. Dolittle is directed by Stephen Gaghan and stars Robert Downey Jr as Dolittle. The film boasts a large cast of voice talent including; Emma Thompson, Rami Malek, John Cena,…
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Bad Boys For Life - Review
Bad Boys For Life is an incredibly enjoyable return to the Bad Boys franchise, with strong performances by Smith and Lawrence leading the way. Bad Boys For Life is directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah and stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett. The film also stars Vanessa…
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1917 - Review
1917 quickly establishes itself as one of the cinema’s best war films with groundbreaking cinematography and a bombastic score. Directed by Sam Mendes, 1917 stars George MacKay, Dean-Charles Chapman, Mark Strong, Andrew Scott, Richard Madden, Claire Duburcq, Colin Firth and Benedict Cumberbatch. Loosely based on stories told to the director by his grandfather, 1917 is…
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Uncut Gems - Review
This review will contain plot details and some spoilers. Uncut Gems is one of the best films of the year with incredible acting and a non-stop, anxiety-filled story. Uncut Gems is directed by Josh and Benny Safdie and stars Adam Sandler, Kevin Garnett, Lakeith Stanfield, and Julia Fox. The story revolves around jeweler and perpetual gambler, Howard Ratner as he…
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Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker - REVIEW
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker provides a beautiful ending to the story that began a long time ago, in a galaxy far far away. Action-packed, emotional, thrilling, humorous and full of heart, the film is a love letter to Star Wars.
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The 10 Most Underrated Films of The Decade
As this amazing decade of cinema finally comes to end, time to look back at movies that might have fell through the cracks and deserved more appreciation. 10. Inherent vice Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson Paul Thomas Anderson is one of the masters of modern cinema and whenever someone mentions his best work, this film is…
Read MoreA Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood - Review
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood plays like a wonderfully trippy return to Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, with powerful messages of hope embedded beneath Tom Hanks’ seamless performance of the legend, Fred Rogers. Directed By, Marielle Heller, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood tells the real-life story of Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. Inspired by the Esquire article, Can You Say…Hero?, A Beautiful…
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The Irishman - Review
The Irishman continues Martin Scorsese’s streak of cinematic masterpieces with brilliant directing, inspired performances by legendary actors Robert De Niro, and Al Pachino, and tragic themes that profoundly resonate. The Irishman brings an all-star group of talent together in a love letter to crime and gangster film genre of old. Directed by one of the best minds…
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