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ariewayne

Favorite films

  • Mulholland Drive
  • Lucky Number Slevin
  • Babylon

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  • Mickey 17

    ★★★

  • Queer

    ★★★

  • The Graduate

    ★★★★

  • Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy

    ★★½

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  • Mickey 17

    Mickey 17

    ★★★

    Snowpiercer meets Okja

  • The Graduate

    The Graduate

    ★★★★

    This film completely won me over. Its technical craftsmanship is outstanding—the cinematography, acting, editing, and overall visual composition are all handled with such taste and precision. It’s rare to see this level of artistry in a comedy, which makes it all the more striking. I was genuinely surprised to learn it was made in 1967; everything about it feels remarkably modern.

    The story itself can be frustrating at times, particularly in how painfully awkward Ben is. It’s a slow-burn comedy…

  • Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy

    Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy

    ★★½

    The film’s portrayal of grief is exceptionally well-executed—subtle yet unafraid to fully embrace the weight of the moment. It resists the temptation to dilute the emotional gravity of such an event in favor of the film’s comedic inclinations, which is commendable. However, beyond that, the screenplay feels disjointed and lacks true coherence.

    As much as I admire Renée Zellweger, the aesthetic procedures she has undergone significantly hinder the film’s emotional resonance. It seems as though she physically cannot cry, and…

  • Maria

    Maria

    ★★★

    A beautiful movie that compensates its lack of rhythm with extremely tasteful cinematography. I wish I had seen more of her life with Mr. Onassis. Those were the best scenes. Good cinema experience, but not unforgettable.

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