Movie and TV show reviews

In the peak of COVID-19 in the year 2020, he received a text message from Drew Taylor, who is part of Storror – a renowned seven-member U.K. parkour team whose daring stunts filmed across rooftops from London to Hong Kong have garnered over 3 billion views on YouTube since 2010. Due to their global fame, Bay had employed Storror for his 2020 action movie “6 Underground”, and now Taylor was proposing a documentary about their lives, asking Bay’s opinion on it.

The initial launch of “Mickey 17” is projected to generate an opening weekend gross exceeding $18 million. However, achieving this estimate might be challenging given its sluggish beginning, considering the film was produced at a whopping cost of $118 million. Accounting for marketing and distribution expenses, it seems that the Warner Bros. production may find it difficult to turn a profit in theaters unless it manages to accumulate over $275 million in worldwide ticket sales, which could take quite some time.

The documentary’s initial scene might be confused for a Jason Bourne movie. On an airfield in Miami, Nicolás Maduro’s nephews, who are convicted drug traffickers, were boarded onto a U.S. government aircraft as part of a prisoner exchange involving seven Americans: Matthew Heath, Osman Khan, and the so-called Citgo Five. Ciralsky was the only journalist or filmmaker present on the tarmac at Joint Base San Antonio when these recently freed hostages arrived.

The story unfolds as Dyrholm’s character, a successful working mom, experiences a devastating stroke, causing a delay in an already prolonged divorce process. “Beginnings” delicately explores the complicated emotions and lingering responsibilities between a couple who are both eager yet reluctant to separate. However, it also empathizes with other affected parties such as their ailing eldest daughter and a lover waiting for her life’s next chapter. Nordahl and co-writer Rasmus Birch maintain tension without resorting to melodrama, creating a film that is both relatable and suitable for a wide audience in the art house circuit. This film was recently shown in Berlin’s Panorama section.

Rogen remarked during the Q&A session after the two-episode debut, ‘Many people might question why so many poor films emerge from Hollywood.’ However, one should instead ponder how any decent movies get produced in Hollywood at all. That’s what we’re aiming to demonstrate here.

In “A Simple Favor,” two characters became close over cocktails and confessions, one of them confessing to being a “brother fucker.” This lighthearted film then transformed into a darkly comedic take on a murder mystery. Despite the numerous unexpected turns, the suspenseful plot was shrouded in the over-the-top style of suburban melodrama. The irony, which wasn’t really an irony, lies in the fact that Kendrick’s character, Stephanie, was fixated on Emily, captivated by her cruelty. Lively portrayed Emily as a seductive femme fatale with a hint of venom.

As a cinephile, I eagerly awaited the third season premiere of “The Way Home,” where an intriguing mystery unfolded: a baby, left behind in a puzzling scene that had fans on the edge of their seats all season long. Finally, in the climactic finale of Season 3, we discovered a crucial detail about the baby – it was none other than Elliot (portrayed by Evan Williams as an adult). The heartwarming infant abandoned by the pond was none other than our beloved character, left behind by his time-traveling mother. She plunged into the icy waters with a man who could only be Landry (whose face remained hidden from us).

In my perspective as a movie critic, I found myself drawn into the heartrending tale of Yvonne (Zoë Chao), who’s grappling with an unexpected personal loss. The intricacies of her sorrow are subtly unfolded through a brief phone conversation, followed by a gradually revealed truth. Seeking solace in the secluded woodland abode of her college friend Camille (Callie Hernandez), Yvonne is met with a pair of unanticipated visitors—Isaac (Jeremy O. Harris), Camille’s real estate agent, and his partner A.J. (James Cusati-Moyer). The trio’s extended stay catapults Yvonne into a whirlwind of well-intentioned interferences, as they navigate the peculiarities of their shared living space, such as odd floor holes that inadvertently offer glimpses into each other’s private conversations. This intriguing setup promises an enthralling exploration of friendship, grief, and human connection.

Covering approximately two decades in Burke’s life, from her beginnings in the 1930s to her ultimate championship victory in the 1950s, “Queen of the Ring” has a rich and extensive backstory. Avildsen, drawing inspiration from Jeff Leen’s book with the same title, approaches this tale diligently, but without much style or elegance. His script is characterized by the explicit introduction of characters, allowing the audience to grasp the historical context. The script seems to be written with heavy emphasis and a lack of nuance. It abounds in declarations and announcements rather than natural dialogue between people conversing. The movie alternates between extended wrestling match scenes and pivotal moments in Burke’s life, often using montages to bridge the years gap.

She expressed her deep affection for this character, stating it might be the best role she’s had the privilege to perform. During a talk at Austin’s Paramount Theater following a screening, she added that when Paul requested their return, she felt incredibly thrilled.