Category: New Releases
‘Knives Out’: Sharp Cast Propels Witty Whodunit
RIan Johnson’s ‘Knives Out’ is a rare breed of film, boasting a cast of many Hollywood luminaries, while honoring two timeless story styles using its humor to slice through the drama. Craig and de Arma are standouts.
’21 Bridges’: Boseman’s Commanding Presence Carries Familiar Cop Action-Drama
“21 Bridges” works as a compelling action-drama film with a magnetic Chadwick Boseman at its center. Strong cinematography supports Brian Kirk’s instincts, but the pacing of the film and the character development risk derailing the film. “21 Bridges” is Recommended.
‘Ford v Ferrari’: Damon, Bale Have Fun; Story Misfires
“Ford v Ferrari” is a fun and exhilarating film with strong performances from Matt Damon and Carroll Shelby and Christian Bale as Ken Miles. James Mangold does a solid job of keeping the film moving even with a brisk 152-minute run time. The story struggles to balance its characters and the supporting corporate image in this mostly, historically accurate film. “Ford v Ferrari” is Recommended.
“The Good Liar”
As the opening credits to “The Good Liar” roll across the screen, a typewriter font scrolling each credit, director Bill Condon inserts flashes of two people filling out an online dating profile. We quickly realize he is setting the stage
‘The Lighthouse’
“The Lighthouse” from Robert Eggers is a stunning film with strong performances from Academy Award-nominated Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson. The Highly Recommended “The Lighthouse” draws strength from within its confines and its gorgeous black & white images. If we
‘Jojo Rabbit’
“Jojo Rabbit” is the clever Nazi Germany satire from the brilliant mind of Taika Waititi as told through a 10-year-old’s vantage point. The polarizing story recalls Mel Brooks own brand of satire with rich characters supporting a unique comedy that
‘Parasite’
“Parasite” from master filmmaker Bong Joon-ho brings his inimitable microcosmic style to tell the tale of family and economic struggle. With a strong cast and story, the Highly Recommended “Parasite” will have you talking about the film long after the
‘CORY in Brick City’
“CORY in Brick City” paints the inspired picture of Newark mayor Cory Booker, a man who understood the sacrifice necessary to build a better community for all following the 2008 financial crisis. The HIGHLY RECOMMENDED “CORY in Brick City” premieres
“Pain and Glory”
“Pain and Glory” is a sharp and witty self-examination of Pedro Almodóvar’s life, told through Antonio Banderas’s award-winning performance. The fabric of the film is expressed through the bright cinematography and colorful music transporting you to Spain and beyond. “Pain
“The Addams Family” (2019)
“The Addams Family” is an animated version of the classic series. The voice cast is the strongest foundation of an otherwise familiar story that manages humor to elevate it for the next generation. Kids and adults will find much to