Solid genre blend stuff. A strong and well paced script supporting two incredible character actors. Just too much quality to fail. For sure this film did not get anywhere near the attention it deserved. Surprising and satisfying. Terrific support acting from Jake Gyllenhaal, Riz Ahmed and the final bow of one Ruther Hauer. Great ending … Continue reading The Sisters Brothers
It weirded me out a little, but it probably meant to. The idea being, no man should be genuinely that nice and gentle and kind without being creepy... because no one else is. A very interesting premise that proves its point very eloquently. Hanks consumate as ever. I wouldn't rave about any of it, but … Continue reading A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Love Bo Burnham and everything he does. Smart guy, with bags of all round talent. If this sweet, well observed gem is an indication of only the start of his directing career, then we have some amazing work to look forward to. Elsie Fisher is so natural it borders on documentary. So much to say … Continue reading Eighth Grade
Really enjoyable character study. The best serious acting Melissa Macarthy has done by far. Supported by the immaculately cast Richard E. Grant in the role he has waited 30 years for since Withnail & I. Some lovely pathos and tender moments. Just short of excellent all round work. Decinemal Rating: 72
Some interesting ideas in a very uneven package. Driver great as usual. Pryce also totally at home with Gilliam's bonkers script. Not as good as hoped for, but not terrible either. Seen early September 2020, deep in lockdown madness, which was apt. Decinemal Rating: 66
The Wasteland 