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 The Guardians of the Galaxy have become the misfit family of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that everyone can connect with. Some people have felt like outcasts, and the Guardians have been the group that feels accepting of everyone. The themes of family and loss explored throughout the Guardians’ journey through the galaxy have impacted audience members. In a way, audiences have stayed … Continue reading ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ 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 Writer-director Ari Aster has always been a filmmaker who creates complex psychological narratives and visually explores the depths of the minds of his characters. He projects their fears and anxieties within the atmosphere surrounding them with incredible sound design that places the audience in the room with them. In Beau is Afraid, Aster sends his protagonist on a dark psychological trip through … Continue reading ‘Beau is Afraid’ Review
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