By: Amanda Guarragi SISTERS! The Sanderson coven is back this Halloween, and it’s as if they never left Salem. Hocus Pocus 2 delivers a new tale for the next generation while subtly giving the witches we have grown to love a much-needed backstory. In this sequel, three young women, Becca (Whitney Peak), Izzy (Belissa Escobedo) and Cassie (Lilia Buckingham), accidentally bring back the Sanderson Sisters … Continue reading ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi When biopics are made there is a certain level of care and understanding. The filmmakers chose to explore every aspect of one person’s life to have some form of admiration for what the artist brought to the world. Even if it’s embellished a bit for dramatized purposes on screen, some tell the story as authentic as possible. Some filmmakers have highlighted stories … Continue reading ‘Blonde’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Everyone wants to live the perfect life; for some, the 60s nuclear family values are something to strive for. During the period, women were somewhat content with living as a housewife, which was considered a job, while their husbands would go out to work. They cooked, cleaned, and served their husbands, but eventually, that wasn’t fulfilling enough. Women went on to break … Continue reading ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi When we think about soul mates, we believe there can only be one perfect person for us. But that’s not true. There are soul mates who teach us lessons and then walk out of our lives or those who stand the test of time whether platonic or romantically. If you’re lucky, you can make lifelong friendships with them. A strong friendship is … Continue reading TIFF ’22: ‘The Swearing Jar’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Triangle of Sadness is one of the most unpredictable films this year and that is what makes it so fun to watch. From the beginning, you become locked in on the atmosphere and how director Ruben Östlund is making you feel. You are pulled into the fast-paced lifestyle of the modelling world and instantly understand the commentary on the fashion industry as … Continue reading TIFF ’22: ‘Triangle of Sadness’ Review
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