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 The Fast and Furious franchise has gone on for ten films, and it’s hard to believe it has remained consistent. That doesn’t mean that it has been consistent in quality, but it has delivered a fun cinematic experience. As each film has been released, the stunts and missions have gotten more absurd. Sometimes the franchise can take itself too seriously, but now … Continue reading ‘Fast X’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi A mother’s love knows no bounds; she will do everything to protect her children. In The Mother, directed by Niki Caro, one mother is pushed to her limits to save her child. Jennifer Lopez plays an ex-assassin who uncovers a mob secret. She was involved with two men: Hector Alvarez (Gael Garcia Bernal) and Adrian Lovell (Joseph Fiennes), who were trafficking weapons … Continue reading ‘The Mother’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi During lockdown, many people were in despair and tried to find ways to occupy their time. Some started learning a new instrument or another language. Others turned to movies and books to escape from this reality. In Book Club: The Next Chapter, the four women who read Fifty Shades of Grey all those years ago reunite in this adventurous sequel. The film … Continue reading ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story is worth the watch because of Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) and George’s love story. Rhimes and Quinn explore the racial issues at the time by changing history, but they also address mental health and the improper tactics used to treat those suffering. For those who have watched previous Bridgerton seasons, you know about the condition of King George … Continue reading ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’ Review
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