Stylistically, this is a beautiful film. The black and white, the exterior shots looking into the interior and vice versa, combined with intimate shots of John David Washington (Blackkklansman, Tenet) and Zendaya (The Greatest Showman, Spider-Man)’s faces tells the story of a couple’s relationship over the course one night. There is a present-ness to it,Continue reading “Malcolm and Marie (2021)”
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Lost Girls (2020)
Netflix takes a look at the way that women and sex workers are treated by law enforcement in their latest crime mystery. Based on the true story of Shannan Gilbert’s disappearance, the film follows how her mother ends up becoming the detective in the search for her and her interactions with the other families ofContinue reading “Lost Girls (2020)”
Hillbilly Elegy (2020)
Ron Howard adapts J.D. Vance’s memoir ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ in his latest film. It boasts a cast including Amy Adams (Enchanted, Arrival), Frieda Pinto (Slumdog Millionaire) and Glenn Close. It focuses on a boy from Kentucky who struggles to let go of his family history and hometown. The film considers how one can decide how whereContinue reading “Hillbilly Elegy (2020)”
Shawn Mendes: In Wonder (2020)
He’s an international popstar with a crazy life, but he’s still just a normal guy with normal problems. Shawn Mendes’ new documentary film shows exactly this, and not much more. If you are an avid fan of Shawn then the extra content will be welcomed, and as a precursor to his upcoming album ‘Wonder’ (outContinue reading “Shawn Mendes: In Wonder (2020)”
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)
Any musical theatre lover will enjoy the music, costumes and choreography of this film. There is a mix of old and new in this Christmas movie that is perfect for all the family. It’s a kind of Christmas-themed Greatest Showman-meets-Peter Pan-meets-Wall-e that begins as a fairy-tale being read by a grandmother to her grandchildren about an inventorContinue reading “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)”
The Laundromat (2020)
Meryl Streep, Gary Oldman and Antonio Banderas bring us a story of capitalism, greed and tax avoidance. The film focuses on the story of a woman who’s husband, along with twenty others, is killed in a boating accident. When she searches for answers about compensation for his death, she finds fake insurance companies that areContinue reading “The Laundromat (2020)”
Operation Christmas Drop (2020)
What appears to be a cheap, cringe-y, commercial Christmas film in the trailer, turns out to be a heart-warming, wholesome holiday film. Based on the real-life military operation of dropping supplies and gifts to remote islands over the Christmas holidays, this film provides a taste of the tropical after nearly a year of no travel. Continue reading “Operation Christmas Drop (2020)”
The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020)
The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run brings some much needed joy and humour to 2020. It is full of self-awareness and jokes for all ages which is a sign of a good family movie. It focuses on friendship, kindness and adventure, and provides a welcome distraction from the current troubles of the world. It followsContinue reading “The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020)”
Blackpink: Light Up The Sky (2020)
Blackpink is South Korea’s biggest girl group and this documentary takes a look behind the curtain of sparkling outfits and perfect dance routines to the members themselves and their rise to stardom. They are preparing to record their debut album and they meet with their producer/songwriter Teddy Parks, a former K-pop group member himself. TheyContinue reading “Blackpink: Light Up The Sky (2020)”
Holidate (2020)
If you are looking for a cheesy, predictable holiday romance film, then this new Netflix Original is the one for you. Emma Roberts (Wild Child, We’re The Millers) and Luke Bracey (Hacksaw Ridge, The Best of Me) star in Holidate, a romantic comedy about loneliness during the festive period and the persistent questioning from family membersContinue reading “Holidate (2020)”
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