Favorite films

Recent reviews

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  Sicario 2015

  ★★★★★ Rewatched 09 Mar 2025

  “Go ahead and finish your meal...”

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  The Brutalist 2024

  ★★★ Watched 05 Mar 2025

  The scope of the film is impressive, especially when made on a relatively small budget. It certainly doesn’t look like it.

  The glorious VistaVision cinematography gives it gravitas, along with a punchy soundtrack and Brody is boldly impressive as always.

  It just feels like a film of two halves. Quite literally, the intermission resets what was a compelling story into a more surrealist one.

Popular reviews

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  Alien: Romulus 2024

  ★★★ Watched 20 Aug 2024

  The aesthetic sets the right tone from the off, all the old school computer effects and sounds are note perfect. The off world colony was a welcome touch too. 

  The characters were a mixed bag however. The acting of the British cousin (Bjorn, ffs!) was cringe worthy! Those who survive (no spoilers) were the best of the acting crop.

  The practical effects of the Aliens and other assorted threats were a welcome sight but also proves that CGI still has…

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  Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F 2024

  ★★★ Watched 07 Jul 2024

  Perfectly serviceable with a dash of old school nostalgia. Legacy sequels are tricky but the vibes felt good enough to enjoy.

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