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The Odyssey: The best film of the year from director Christopher Nolan and star Matt Damon
Based on the epic poem of the same name by Homer, “The Odyssey” is a phenomenal, beautiful masterpiece on its way to becoming an instant classic. After winning two Oscars as a producer and director for the best picture winner “Oppenheimer”, Christopher Nolan was given his choice to do whatever he wanted for his next film, and the decision to create an adaptation of the famous Greek literary poem was seen as a challenge. Still, if you know his track record as a filmmaker, it s
21 hours ago
The Invite: An excellent A24 movie that comes off like Broadway play
Based on the Spanish comedy film “The People Upstairs”, “The Invite” is an excellent drama film that is a modern-day combination of classic Woody Allen films and the Broadway play “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” After having success as a director with 2019's “Booksmart” but then following it up with the 2022 disaster “Don’t Worry Darling”, Olivia Wilde makes a career comeback by directing and starring in A24’s best film of the year in a story about love, lust, and drama. Se
Jul 14
Toy Story 5: The fifth installment of the Toy Story franchise is a masterpiece
The fifth installment in the popular Pixar franchise, “Toy Story 5,” once again delivers the heart and humor to a series that should’ve ended two movies ago. Still, the films manage to offer new insights into maturity and how the passage of time reveals how the toys must adapt to a new era of technology. What makes “Toy Story 5” great is that we live in a world where we’ve become so addicted to our electronic devices that playing with toys has become a thing of the past, and
Jul 7
Supergirl: Milly Alcock is a star in the newest film from DC Universe
Serving as the second film in the DC Universe from DC president James Gunn, the latest comic book movie adapted from “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” is not a perfect film but still manages to provide a ton of fun this summer. Known for directing films such as “Lars and the Real Girl”, “I, Tonya”, and “Cruella”, Craig Gillespie does a decent job with the next film in the DC Universe, though there were times when I felt the film played it a little too safe. Regardless, the film
Jun 29
Disclosure Day: The best original science fiction film within the past few years from legendary director Steven Spielberg
Earlier this year, Steven Spielberg won a Grammy Award and completed the EGOT, continuing his long and iconic legacy as one of the greatest, if not the greatest, directors of all time. The newest science fiction film from the iconic director is an original, fantastic journey that explores life in the universe and uncovers a secret that will forever change planet Earth. Emily Blunt delivers a phenomenal performance as a Kansas City news reporter who develops psychic abilities.
Jun 16
Obsession: One of the best films of the year is also an instant horror classic
You know what they say, be careful what you wish for, and in the case of “Obsession,” this film from start to finish doesn’t mess around. The newest psychological horror film is an absolute masterpiece from first-time director Curry Barker, as the idea of wishing someone to fall in love with you is taken to a dark, disturbing turn through the film’s incredible screenplay and scary moments that aren’t cheap jump scares but are very inventive. Michael Johnston delivers an excel
Jun 2
The Mandalorian and Grogu: The most fun in the Star Wars saga since Solo: A Star Wars Story
Serving as a continuation of the Disney+ television series “The Mandalorian”, the newest film in the Star Wars Saga may come off as a long, extended episode of the TV show, but the film manages to be a fun thrill ride from start to finish. Jon Favreau, who also created “The Mandalorian,” returns to direct the film. While his direction towards the second half may come off as unfocused, the majority of his direction is a fun, action-packed adventure as well as a personal connec
May 26
The Sheep Detectives: One of the funniest comedies of the year
Based on the novel “Three Bags Full”, the latest mystery-comedy from director Kyle Balda, on paper looks like a silly, childish film, but in execution is a smart, hilarious comedy. The film may rely too much on childlike humor and be predictable at times, but it doesn’t change the fact that the idea of a herd of sheep trying to solve a mystery is a genius premise, and the mature jokes are so strong that they overpower the childlike jokes. The film’s ensemble cast is a combina
May 19
The Devil Wears Prada 2: A fantastic comedy sequel that earns its twenty year wait
Serving as a sequel to the 2006 comedy classic, “The Devil Wears Prada 2” was 100% worth the 20-year wait. Director David Frankel returns from the first film to direct the second, achieving great success. Frankel manages to take a sequel that could have been so easy to replicate the original, and not only deliver a story just as good as the original but also show where the characters ended up twenty years after the events. The main cast from the first film, consisting of Mery
May 5
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