I believe viewers—regardless of where they're from—will grasp the urgency of this film in a world where political darkness is spreading. There's no better wake-up call than recognising the past and acknowledging that dictatorship and military overreach are not distant threats; they are happening everywhere and could happen to us.
The whole cast, particularly Fernanda Torres, were brilliant. The thought and intention in each movement, gaze, gesture feels so close to real. Cinema at its best.
Reminds me of the 90s films I watched growing up. Texting everyone I know asking them to watch this!
Loved, loved, loved SZA and Keke's performances. Hoping for a sequel!
I really feel this wasn't as bad as people say it is, although at times it felt like the film was more about Mariah's boyfriend, Dice, rather than the elusive chanteuse herself.
There were some elements I really enjoyed, particularly the quick cuts between the New York cityscape. Also, it's just quite iconic seeing Mariah Carey act.
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
I think I'll need to rewatch this as, during the screening, there was a couple chatting loudly and a girl next to me was ferociously eating popcorn that I ended up missing key plot details. After looking at the Wiki when we got home, I turned to my boyfriend and said, "OH! Georgie is Gracie's son?!"
The couple were drinking wine (which I support). During the last 45 minutes of the film, one of them got up and knocked the…
