I can’t help but think that Gladiator II is just a rehash of the plot of it’s predecessor, with a slightly different dynamic and Denzel’s sun plot of a slave turned power hungry emperor.
With the latter plot actually containing far more intrigue than the main one.
I feel for Mescal, there were glimpses of excellence throughout the film, and there was no denying his commitment to the physicality of the role. His performance was stoic and reserved in places…
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Blink Twice 2024
I was pleasantly surprised by both Zoë Kravitz’s directing capabilities and the acting on show in this thrilling directorial debut.
Firstly, I am very, very impressed with Zoë Kravitz’s directing in this film. Some of the shots and choreography in the film were absolutely fantastic. Location choice and the overall design of the house, the rooms, and the costumes made the difference when creating that uncanny valley feel in regards to this tropical “paradise”.
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Bullet Train 2022
EPIC. A cinematic experience that was so chaotic, crazy, and unpredictable. Think Murder on the Orient Express meets Guy Ritchie… on Steroids. Brad Pitt channels the suaveness of OUATIH’s Cliff Booth and pairs it with a charming sense of wit and comedic timing to create LADYBUG, a skilled assassin in the middle of an identity crisis.
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