Alex Garland's evasive measures on political commentary — coupled with a weak and wishy-washy statement on journalistic ethics — leads to a technically proficient film without much of a point.
Self Reliance opens with a quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson, the philosopher whose signature stance on the strongest source of human improvement provided its title: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”… continue
As of this writing, I’ve seen 156 films released in 2023.… continue
Amid this holiday season, it’s almost impossible to escape that ad where John Travolta, dressed as Santa, re-creates moments of his famous performance in Saturday Night Fever.… continue
Prey is one of the better Predator films, which sounds like small praise considering the fact that most of the franchise is littered with dreck.… continue
Frustrating at times, but fresher than expected for a sequel to a 50-year-old film.
A regretful reminder that remakes can be a problematic proposition.
The smart, savvy musical-theater sendup returns for a strong second season.
Nick Rogers looks back at 2022's year in film.
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