Favorite films

Recent reviews

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  Call Me by Your Name 2017

  Rewatched 23 Mar 2025

  Film screening on campus with post-discussion led by André Aciman. 
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  So much wonderful subtext and nuance in this. I adore it.

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  Yacht Rock: A DOCKumentary 2024

  Watched 13 Dec 2024

  Alternative title: The Yacht Rock Iceberg Explained (How Deep Does It Go?)

Popular reviews

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  The Godfather Part II 1974

  ★★★★★ Rewatched 10 Jul 2023

  "He was being strong — strong for his family. But by being strong for his family, could he...lose it?"
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  Arguably more personal and poetic than its predecessor, The Godfather: Part II is commanded by a subterranean beauty and sweeping artistic vision that are nothing short of breathtaking. It’s a story with many deep-rooted truths about family, the immigrant story, and the American Dream- all of which are framed by the agonizing decrescendo of a broken, corrupted man and the juxtaposing…

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  Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 2023

  Watched 04 Jul 2023

  Saw this with my all-time favorite moviegoer- my mom. One of her very first experiences in the theater was watching the awe-inspiring Raiders of the Lost Ark in 1981. Therefore, sharing this latest Indy installment with her was incredibly special. While I agree that Dial of Destiny does not quite conjure the same magic as Spielberg’s originals, it was an enjoyable and at times thrilling ride with moments that brought a beaming smile to my face. What more could you ask for?

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