By: Amanda Guarragi In 1997, The Full Monty was a film that flew under the radar. It was about these six unemployed steel workers who come together for a male striptease act. The film’s title was worked into their act as women went to cheer them on and demand “the full monty” (total nudity). Writer Simon Beaufoy and director Peter Cattaneo did not expect the … Continue reading ‘The Full Monty’ (2023) Series Review
By: Amanda Guarragi It’s hard for many to wrap their mind around a remake of one of their favourite films, but sometimes the remake can be good. In the case of White Men Can’t Jump, Director Calmatic modernizes the story and still pays homage to what came before it. The original film with Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson was released in 1992 and became a … Continue reading ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi It’s hard to honour a system that believes in justice and truth when it’s corrupt from the inside out. When police officers or FBI agents go to the academy eager to learn about the system and how to keep civilians safe, they don’t realize that it comes with a persona to keep the secrets of the badge. The FBI agents in the … Continue reading ‘Class of ’09’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi The story of Peter Pan has been adapted many times over the years. Every filmmaker who modernized it has added much more to the world and the character. This Disney live-action remake, Peter Pan and Wendy, is a darker reimagining of the animated feature many grew up with. Director David Lowery (Pete’s Dragon, The Green Knight) recaptured the magic from the animated … Continue reading ‘Peter Pan & Wendy’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi There’s a connection to music that people feel more than others. Only other musicians can understand the feeling. Or in Mary McCartney’s case, she grew up surrounded by music, lyrics, and a community of artists. If These Walls Could Sing is the untold story of Abbey Road studio and explores its rich history. McCartney interviewed many incredible musicians who had the opportunity … Continue reading ‘If These Walls Could Sing’ Review
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