Noah Caesar-Kim

Noah Caesar-Kim

Favorite films

  • 2001: A Space Odyssey
  • Brazil
  • Mulholland Drive
  • Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

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  • Babel

    ★★★½

  • Back to the Future Part III

    ★★½

  • Back to the Future Part II

    ★★½

  • Back to the Future

    ★★★★

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  • Babel

    Babel

    ★★★½

    When I write these reviews, I employ a very formulaic sequence of analysis. I begin by watching the film, attempting to push my biases aside. As soon as it is over, I click the "log" button and assign the film a rating: a concrete immovable rating informed my my gut response and limited knowledge of film. I then comb the internet for other critical reviews, not to revise my own, but to observe what I disagree with and what I…

  • Back to the Future Part III

    Back to the Future Part III

    ★★½

    By the time my Back to the Future binge arrived at Part III, I was quite skeptical. Eternally cliched Western elements combined with the plethora of infamous third sequel letdowns didn't amount to auspicious signals. And yes, the set was ridiculous. The plot in general was absurd. But in Part II, the franchise veered far towards the direction of ridiculous twists, leaning heavily on comedy, and Part III may have realized that goal even better. A bizarre Western setting replete…

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  • Back to the Future

    Back to the Future

    ★★★★

    Back to the Future is a timeless cinematic relic that exemplifies its age, packing wit, sci fi and the teenage experience into a thrilling and creative adventure. Alongside the cultural flourishes, the film explores the possibilities of time travel in a fairly sophisticated manner which prompts viewers to engage with the subject– without unnecessary confusion distorting the plot. A well-justified all-time icon, the movie is an absolute pleasure from start to finish.

  • Snowpiercer

    Snowpiercer

    ★★★½

    Snowpiercer features a compelling storyline, riveting action sequences and a brilliantly laid out thesis about society and natural order. While the dialogue appears weak at times, Snowpiercer is ultimately a phenomenal demonstration of Bong Joon Ho's evolution as a director, and leaves the perfect convoluted balance of optimism and pessimism to percolate within viewers' minds.

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