Kas Kouwenhoven

Kas Kouwenhoven

Favorite films

  • Akira
  • Chungking Express
  • Son of the White Mare
  • Grand Illusion

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  • Nine to Five

    ★★★½

  • Nobody

    ★★★½

  • La La Land

    ★★★★½

  • The Magic Gloves

    ★★★

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  • Nobody

    Nobody

    ★★★½

    Never thought I’d see Bob Odenkirk and RZA as Christopher Lloyd’s sons in a movie, but Nobody makes it work. This is the ultimate dad movie: simple, a lot of violence and just the right lack of good dialogue.

    This film doesn’t aim for deep characters or complex storytelling, and that’s exactly the point. Just sit back, enjoy the explosions, and embrace the dark humor.

  • La La Land

    La La Land

    ★★★★½

    La La Land effortlessly blends the charm of classic musicals with a fresh, postmodern take on love and ambition. The music is accessible (not common for a musical). The memorable melodies and rich jazz make the film feel both grotesque and intimate. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone’s chemistry is undeniable. The playful, sometimes awkward dynamic makes their romance feel really natural.

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  • The Trial

    The Trial

    ★★★★

    Heterotopic and surreal, but at the same time pretty realistic. It definitely made me uncomfortable as the film went on. At first, I was really annoyed by the difficult use of language, which I think was also intentional.
    Interesting film.

  • Killer Klowns from Outer Space

    Killer Klowns from Outer Space

    ★★★½

    Spooktober ‘24 #7

    People sleep on this.