Matthew Forbes

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Favorite films

  • The Dark Knight
  • Interstellar
  • The Shawshank Redemption
  • There Will Be Blood

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  • Moana 2

    ★½

  • The King's Speech

    ★★★★★

  • Lone Survivor

    ★★★★½

  • The Departed

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  • Moana 2

    Moana 2

    ★½

    Disney’s Moana 2 continues the journey of the beloved Polynesian navigator, Moana, and her mythical companion Maui. Still, unfortunately, the sequel feels more like a feature-length television show than a fully realized theatrical film. While the first Moana (2016) brought an expansive, emotionally resonant adventure to the big screen, Moana 2 loses much of that magic, struggling with pacing issues, a shallow narrative, and an overall sense of creative dilution.

    Directed by Moana vetera Dana Ledoux Miller, Jason Hand and…

  • The King's Speech

    The King's Speech

    ★★★★★

    “The King’s Speech,” directed by Tom Hooper, is a compelling historical drama that intricately weaves personal struggle with national responsibility. Set against the backdrop of the late 1930s, the film chronicles the journey of King George VI (Colin Firth) as he grapples with a debilitating stutter and the weight of impending leadership.

    Colin Firth delivers a masterful performance as King George VI, embodying the character’s vulnerability and determination. His portrayal captures the king’s internal conflict and fear, drawing audiences into…

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  • Longlegs

    Longlegs

    ½

    I’m genuinely baffled by the near-universal praise this film is receiving. First off, major applause to Neon’s marketing team; they masterfully crafted the illusion that this was going to be the horror film of the century. Every teaser, poster, trailer, promo, and early review left me dreading what would come as I walked into the theater.

    Sadly, what unfolded on screen was a collection of half-baked horror tropes thinly veiled under an art-house aesthetic. It’s a textbook case of modern “elevated horror”…

  • Alien: Romulus

    Alien: Romulus

    ★★★½

    Alien: Romulus is a respectable addition to the Alien franchise, albeit one that airs on the side of caution. While it doesn't break new ground in the realm of sci-fi horror, it delivers a visually stunning experience with enough tension and atmosphere to satisfy long-time fans. Those familiar with the franchise will find comfort in its recognizable structure - an isolated setting, corporate greed, and the ever-present threat of the Xenomorphs - though the film refrains from venturing into uncharted territory.

    Visually, Romulus is impressive,…

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