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  A Complete Unknown 2024

  ★★★★ Watched 25 Dec 2024

  I wouldn't say there was anything "wrong" with this movie, per se; it was beautifully shot and the performances -- particularly those of Timothee Chalamet, Monica Barbaro and Edward Norton as a somewhat-tortured Pete Seeger -- were all top-notch. But, it doesn't really break any new ground on Dylan who is, admittedly, a tough nut to crack. I get that's the point of the movie, in a way, and Chalamet says as much at one point. Still, though, a little…

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  Carry-On 2024

  ★★★ Watched 22 Dec 2024

  Forget everything you knew about airports and airport security, literally. Once you do, you'll like this money. Plus, Jason Bateman essentially plays his Ozark character for an added bonus.

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  Conclave 2024

  ★★★★½ Watched 03 Dec 2024 1

  One of my favorite in-theater watches in a long time. On paper, this seems like a somewhat forgettable movie but the dynamite casting and sharp and efficient screenplay makes sure the tension remains throughout. Throwback type of character-focused drama that we don't see enough of anymore.

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  Melancholia 2011

  ★★★½ Watched 17 May 2024

  Let's just say that if you're going through some stuff, this feels like a pretty accurate representation of what it might feel like.

  Really liked how it was shot handheld to give it a more authentic, documentary-type feel. Definitely slow at points but a worthwhile watch.

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