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Tag: drama
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‘Baby Reindeer’ a Captivating Story of Obsession
Netflix’s new limited series Baby Reindeer is a raw, emotional, sometimes funny, sometimes terrifying, sometimes heart-wrenching story of obsession.
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Powerhouse Performances, Tension, and Tennis in Luca Guadagnino’s ‘Challengers’
Zendaya delivers a powerhouse performance in Luca Guadagnino’s sexy and captivating ‘Challengers’
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‘Monkey Man’ Delivers Thrilling Action and Stirring Emotion
Dev Patel’s directorial debut, ‘Monkey Man,’ is a revenge tale blending dynamic action with a poignant undercurrent of faith and class struggles.
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‘Shayda’ a Testament to the Power of Moms
‘Shayda’ is the story of an Iranian mother and daughter escaping abuse and making a fresh start, but it’s also a testament to the strength of moms.
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‘Suncoast’ Effectively Pulls At Heartstrings
Suncoast feels designed to pull at heartstrings, but thanks to Nico Parker’s strong lead performance, it proves to be an effective tear-jerker.
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Let’s talk about The Curse and Fargo season 5
The Curse and Fargo season 5 both concluded recently. Here are my quick thoughts on both shows.
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The Best Movies I Watched In 2023
My top five movies of 2023 are a mix of polarizing and critically acclaimed films. From features that stand out for their performances and directorial excellence, to those boasting impressive visuals, and a little bit of humor, 2023 was an exciting year at the movies.
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Overnight Fame Becomes a Nightmare For Nicolas Cage in ‘Dream Scenario’
A timid professor becomes an overnight celebrity due to appearing in random people’s dreams, but quickly faces an unexpected backlash in this intriguing examination of viral fame.
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‘The Killer’ Might Be a Little Too Stone-Cold
Michael Fassbender stars as a methodical assassin on a quest for revenge in David Fincher’s ‘The Killer.’ But while the plot, might be reminiscent of the ‘John Wick’ franchise, the film is a little too cold and calculated to fully captivate audiences.
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Gladstone Shines in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro might be the focus of ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ but Lily Gladstone is the true standout of the Martin Scorsese true crime story.
