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Atropia 2025
Atropia is a well meaning satire about the Iraq War that isn't afraid to be fun and silly, but also clearly has something to say. However, the film may just be juggling too much, preventing a more cohesive vision. There's comedy in treating the military facility as a theatre production, drama in analyzing the American military's presence in Iraq, and believable, complicated romance between the two leads. Individually, these portions have a lot to offer and real potential, but together,…
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First Time Female Director 2023
First Time Female Director is a joy to watch because the cast is clearly having so much fun with the material. Not all the humor lands, but there's still so much campy sass, with every character having some moment of greatness. Plus, there's solid commentary on how to make it in the arts and surviving in that world. Director Chelsea Peretti also brings a sense of naturalism to the craft of the movie that really keeps it grounded no matter…
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Agnes 2021
Ultimately, this film features a strong first half that invokes the spirit of 80s horror, as it is both serious and willing to poke fun at itself. There are a variety of quirky characters, scenes, and jokes that are genuinely a lot of fun, alongside some shots and moments that often unexpectedly elevate the movie. Yet, the second half in a way sometimes feels disconnected and aimless, even if Molly Quinn manages to make it worthwhile.
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