By: Amanda Guarragi In recent years, romantic comedies have made a resurgence in theatres. Audiences have craved authentic romances that explore different avenues. Not everyone can be lucky enough to find the love of their life, but when they do, it can also be a difficult decision. Sometimes people are plagued by making decisions based on what could have been. We all want to be … Continue reading TIFF ’25: ‘Eternity’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi There have been extraordinary writers over centuries whose work has been transcendent, and more importantly, lasting. The words of William Shakespeare influenced writers and playwrights to emulate his prose and modernize his writings. His comedies were clever, but the complexities of his characters in his tragedies offered depth and emotional resonance, even if his protagonists were deeply flawed. Shakespeare wanted his audience … Continue reading TIFF ’25: ‘Hamnet’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi In the world of wrestling, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has made a name for himself. When he switched over to acting, it was a natural shift because of how talented he was in the ring. In his early years, Johnson had taken to comedies, which showcased his talents and made him enjoyable to watch. Once he became an action star and a … Continue reading TIFF ’25: ‘The Smashing Machine’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Anora, written and directed by Sean Baker, is a sexy and devastating coming-of-age film for those in their early twenties. The transition of this decade of life has had some crucial and formative years. Anora (Mikey Madison) is a young woman who is confident and sure of herself. She’s resilient and forthright. The opening of Anora explores her character working at a … Continue reading TIFF ’24: ‘Anora’ Review
It’s that time of year again, where the city of Toronto is buzzing with excitement because of the Toronto International Film Festival! TIFF has programmed such a wonderful set up this year and as usual, there are too many films to choose from! I was fortunate enough to purchase a package of 30 tickets, which I divided with my closest friends and we picked some … Continue reading All You Need To Know About #TIFF19
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