One of the most insane films I’ve watched. It starts with a psychedelic colonoscopy, there’s an unhinged performance by Adam Sandler (of all people) 90% of which is him shouting. And the Weeknd is in it for some reason. It is electric, every shot has a purpose. I was entirely engrossed in the state of mind of the main character, Howard, throughout the runtime and every scene has weight. Easily one of the most stressful cinematic experiences; the scenes are…
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Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri 2017
One of the best endings I’ve ever seen. Gets off to a slow start but is really special in the second half. Great analysis of violence. One of the main arguments is that there is no truly non-violent act; and that there is no true distinction between violence and compassion. It is also a critique of dogma and uncritically pursuing your goals. We should fight for what we believe in, but always question what we believe in. It deals it these themes really thoughtfully and carefully. A rare film which unifies those watching it.
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Mickey 17 2025
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
The film gets off to a great start in exploring the emotional aspect of capitalism. In Mickey, we have a character who gives his entire being, literally, to his work. He accepts this life because of his feelings of inadequacy and guilt, as well as his lack of identity (ironic given that there are so many of him). Much of the comedy of the film comes from Mickey calmly accepting awful things happening to him because he feels like he…
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