The master of atmospheric horror strikes again, this time with a clear passion project that both pays homage to the source material of Dracula and Nosferatu (1922) and treads remarkable new ground. While staying true to the idea of a character study of the main love triangle, Eggers turns this script into a true ensemble piece, with excellent performances across the board making it very easy for him to pull the strings as he approached the final act. The director…
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The Nice Guys 2016
I first saw this film when it came out in theaters, and I was disappointed then. Watching it back, I certainly viewed it a bit more favorably. I still think the performances from the leads, Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe, were uninspired to say the least. However, just about everyone else gave a really good performance. Angourie Rice has some great moments, and Matt Bomer is very convincing in his time on screen.
The film is shot decently, with some…
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The Conjuring 2013
I finally got around to watching this film, and I was not disappointed. It’s every bit as scary as hailed, though a bit cliche and predictable at times. It also falls into something Wan’s scripts seem to have a habit of doing: it becomes almost a fantasy battle with demons as opposed to a true horror movie. I don’t mind this at all, as it works well for the movie, with the main characters being admirably good at what they…
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Interstellar 2014
I showed this movie in my middle school technology class. The accessibility of such a complex and intricate story, told through unconventional means, is still impressive to this day. Brilliant performances across the board and a mesmerizing soundtrack give this movie the same poise and grandeur it had the first time I saw it. The emotional beats hit hard, though the writing and dialogue falls just a bit short at times. This is a great film and I have enjoyed it every time I’ve seen it.
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