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Favorite films

  • Donnie Darko
  • Dead Poets Society
  • Breakfast at Tiffany's
  • Buffalo '66

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  • Guys and Dolls

    ★★★★½

  • Singin' in the Rain

    ★★★★★

  • The Sound of Music

    ★★★½

  • Fight Club

    ★★★★

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  • Guys and Dolls

    Guys and Dolls

    ★★★★½

    “havana, cuba?” “well, what other havanas are there?” 

    guys and dolls is everything a movie musical should be—vibrant, theatrical, and full of life. from the very first scene, it embraces visual storytelling, letting choreography and blocking speak as much as dialogue. so much is conveyed solely through movement. the music, movement, and sheer spectacle really drive the film’s energy.

    the choreography is stunning, not just in the big musical numbers but throughout the entire film. i smiled the whole way…

  • Singin' in the Rain

    Singin' in the Rain

    ★★★★★

    gene kelly. what a man! 

    singin’ in the rain is a perfect blend of humor, romance, and dynamic energy. the variety of editing, cinematography, and set design styles throughout keeps the film engaging and captivating. it’s easy and fun to watch, and that’s what makes it such a feel-good classic!

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  • Buffalo '66

    Buffalo '66

    ★★★★½

    an artsy, cinematic gem that leaves a lasting impression through its stylistic choices, raw storytelling, and authentic character exploration.

    beneath the movie’s cold, gritty exterior lies a surprising softness and quiet vulnerability. while it may seem like not much happens on the surface, there’s a lot brewing underneath, and that subtlety is what makes it special.

    though the storyline is rich and intriguing, the ending feels slightly underwhelming, falling just short of its full potential.

    still, buffalo ‘66 is a…

  • The Lonely Villa

    The Lonely Villa

    crazy how something as simple as cross-cutting, which feels second nature to us now, wasn't always so easy and was once groundbreaking.