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Favorite films

  • Good Will Hunting
  • Dune: Part Two
  • Moneyball
  • Inglourious Basterds

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  • The Ides of March

    ★★★

  • Wicked

    ★★★★½

  • Fractured

    ★★★

  • Red One

    ★½

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  • The Ides of March

    The Ides of March

    ★★★

    Despite its star-studded cast, this film's first half moves at a glacial pace – one that might tempt you to stop watching. Don't. Your patience will be rewarded with an "oh shit" moment that propels the story forcefully through to its conclusion. George Clooney and Ryan Gosling play off each other brilliantly, their shared cocky energy creating a compelling dynamic. While the film's unflinching look at industry corruption may leave viewers unsettled, it's ultimately a solid watch that overcomes its slow start.

  • Wicked

    Wicked

    ★★★★½

    Wicked is simply unlimited in its scope and ambition. While that may sound like hyperbole, this adaptation genuinely stands among the greatest movie musicals. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo deliver perfectly balanced performances as Glinda and Elphaba, their dynamic bringing depth to both characters. The score shines particularly bright through Erivo's remarkable vocal talent. Though the first half moves at a slower pace, and Bowen Yang's character occasionally disrupts the film's momentum, these are minor critiques in an otherwise masterful…

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  • Hit Man

    Hit Man

    ½

    This rom com has very little sustenance to its plot. The plot is lazy and the story is extremely unoriginal. If you want to watch a movie that makes you think at the lowest level possible as to what will happen next this is a good movie.

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