It's really the Spike Lee magic sauce and cast (seriously how did they manage to get all these actors together?) that elevate it
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I'm Still Here 2024
I'm surprised by some of the sensational reviews on this site and others. It's a by-the-books biopic (literally, seeing it's based off a biography) with a story structure half-hamstrung by leaving out many of the interesting details. A great first half needs an excellent second half to follow.
The story is about a woman trying to learn the truth about her husband's disappearance and establish justice and closure. This closure comes abruptly partway through the movie, which is like clipping…
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Anora 2024
TIFF #7
I'll say upfront that I'm not the biggest fan of this style of comedy. The absurdity lasts 2 hours! But it's a distraction from the disintegration of a fairy tale; as you laugh and clap along, that inevitability is there in the back of your mind, peeking out every now and then.
With any story, the things that people will remember the most are the beginning and the end. The opening scene is sumptuous, painting the main character…
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Emilia Pérez 2024
TIFF #12
Love those musical numbers, which were all unusual in that they seemed to end or transition abruptly. The premise is interesting and the hyperactive plot takes you for a wild ride. It’s maybe a bit too active for its own good, sacrificing well thought out character arcs and a clear thematic focus in its machinations. The acting for sure will be remembered.
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