One of the best examples of “less is more” in filmmaking. Whoever decided to cut 90% of Alejandro’s dialogue and keep the audience in the dark alongside Kate is a genius. It’s a big part of why this is Villeneuve’s best-directed film—he shows incredible restraint and control, not just telling the story with precision, but telling it in a way that’s even more effective than what’s on the page, all while getting the most out of his cast and crew.…
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Mary and Max 2009
If you told me this was PSH’s voice without prior knowledge, I would’ve doubted it—it’s such an amazing vocal performance, with a rich New York accent that feels incredibly lived-in. This film is so many things at once: beautiful, funny, heartbreaking, and deeply healing. I felt so connected to the characters, especially through the questions they ask each other in their letters—honest, understanding, and strikingly authentic. The ending was cathartic, and the music had me nodding my head and pinching my soul at the same time. Can’t wait to see MEMOIR OF A SNAIL.
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The Master 2012
After this rewatch, I suddenly noticed the parallels in the toxic, codependent relationships in both this and PHANTOM THREAD. They’re vastly different films, but the emotional undercurrent is still so very much PTA. An undeniable masterclass—no pun intended—in filmmaking and performing.
Rewatched in anticipation of ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER.
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You Were Never Really Here 2017
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
This really, really works for me on all levels. Greenwood’s score is just phenomenal, the needle drops land perfectly, and the edit + overall visual style are among Ramsay’s strongest directorial moves. It feels a bit more polished than what I saw in WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN, and I like that for this one in particular.
The scene where the dying goon and Phoenix—who is just sensational—sing that song on the kitchen floor is so beautifully humane in its terror. That ending. Exquisite filmmaking.
And did I mention the score…?Rewatched in anticipation of DIE, MY LOVE.
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Anora 2024
This is the film I’ve been waiting for, not just for this festival, but for the entire year. After 10 months where CHALLENGERS was one of the few real highlights, this film was a revelation. Sean Baker brings his usual sensibilities and elevates them to greatness, aided by an outstanding ensemble led by an all-time Mikey Madison performance. The cinematography is stunning, with signature out-of-focus shots that left me in awe. But the story and the way Baker’s writing and…
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Nosferatu 2024
Going into Eggers’ reimagining of Nosferatu without knowing much about the source material was a deliberate choice, and it paid off. Letting myself get fully swept up in his latest work was a thrilling experience. After reading a bit about it afterward, I found the direction Nosferatu adaptations tend to take with the ending far more interesting. Ultimately, that’s what I loved most about this story.
Depp’s physical performance is incredible, and Hoult, Dafoe, and Taylor-Johnson are all very strong.…
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