Favorite films

Recent reviews

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  The Exorcist III 1990

  ★★★½ Watched 19 Mar 2025

  An Underrated Supernatural Thriller

  One of those hidden horror gems that has gained the recognition it deserves over time. Unlike many forgettable sequels, this installment manages to capture the unsettling spirit of the 1973 classic but from a more psychological and detective-driven perspective.

  What makes this film stand out is its oppressive atmosphere and slow-building tension. Instead of relying on cheap scares, Blatty crafts an intriguing story through Lieutenant Kinderman (George C. Scott), who investigates a series of murders with…

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  Fighting with My Family 2019

  ★★★★ Rewatched 18 Mar 2025

  A Heartwarming and Inspiring Underdog Story

  Fighting with My Family is a delightful and inspiring sports drama that blends comedy, heart, and wrestling action into an engaging and uplifting film. Directed by Stephen Merchant and based on the true story of WWE superstar Paige, the movie delivers an emotional journey filled with humor, struggle, and triumph.

  Florence Pugh shines in the lead role as Saraya “Paige” Knight, a young woman from a wrestling-obsessed family in Norwich, England, who dreams of…

Popular reviews

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  Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street 2007

  ★★★★ Watched 18 Mar 2025

  A Visual and Musical Feast by Tim Burton

  Tim Burton takes his signature gothic style to the next level in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, a masterful adaptation of Stephen Sondheim’s acclaimed musical. With impeccable direction and a dark, immersive aesthetic, the film captures the essence of tragedy and revenge with a macabre beauty that is hard to match.

  Johnny Depp delivers a memorable performance as Sweeney Todd, perfectly conveying a blend of restrained fury and deep…

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  The Brutalist 2024

  ★★★★ Watched 23 Feb 2025

  A bold and visually striking work of cinema. The film stands out for its unique approach, in which the imposing brutalist architecture merges with a narrative rich in nuances and deep emotions.

  Direction and Photography is impeccable, taking advantage of each shot to emphasize the grandeur and rawness of the settings. The photography manages to capture the very essence of brutalism, masterfully using light and shadows to create atmospheres that reflect both the external harshness and the internal complexity of…