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The Apprentice 2024
I went in expecting *The Apprentice* to be little more than a curiosity piece, but what I got was something far more compelling. Sebastian Stan, who I assumed would be miscast, delivers an uncanny performance, capturing both the mannerisms and the chilling transformation of his character. Initially, I feared the film might be too empathetic, but then it takes the full Corleone route—power corrupts, and what begins as ambition warps into something monstrous. The synth soundtrack is nothing short of…
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The Beekeeper 2024
Despite the Stath’s reliably strong presence, The Beekeeper falls disappointingly flat under Ayer’s uninspired direction. The film wastes its intriguing premise with a bland execution, hindered further by forgettable supporting performances and an insipid score that drains any sense of suspense. While the action delivers occasional thrills, it’s not enough to elevate what could have been a sharp, stylish revenge thriller. Watchable, but far from memorable.
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Devil Story 1986
One of those films you can only evaluate once it’s brewed for a while: it’s a terrible film, but is it? Certainly, I’ll never forget watching it. Like others, I have no idea what I watched.
It’s a film with so much noise: from the nazi clothed mutant growling, to the cat meowing, to the horse neighing, to the woman screaming. And, repeat. And, again. Oh, how about ten more times just for the fun of it?
Then, there are…
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