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  • Twisters

    ★★★★

  • Spree

    ★★★★

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  • Twisters

    Twisters

    ★★★★

    Very pleasantly surprised by the quality of this film. Pays homage to the cult classic while being original in several ways. 

    One poorly written thing about both movies is the love triangles. In the original twister movie, it’s completely contrived, and honestly a little frustrating how Bill strings along his new fiancée for her to leave without any real purpose. She just says “i can’t compete with this,” and leaves when the movie has no use for her. It’s the…

  • Spree

    Spree

    ★★★★

    On first watch, a well-made horror/comedy. On second watch, a grim social commentary that possibly critiques the viewer for enjoying the movie itself. 

    The concept of making a found footage film with mostly clips posted on in-world social media is a technical challenge handled well in this film. It provides the perfect backdrop to analyze both our need for attention and our desire for spectacle. Not only are we invited to relate to Kurt’s audience, as we view his story…

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