Chastain is compelling and the action isn’t bad, but there isn’t a hint of originality to any aspect of Ava.
Month: August 2020
End of the Century (2019) – Movie Review
End of the Century is not as impactful as it could have been, but it builds an evocative atmosphere that explores the road not travelled.
The Rental (2020) – Movie Review
A step backwards in horror that relies on its characters making all the wrong choices at exactly the wrong moments.
True History of the Kelly Gang (2020) – Movie Review
A deranged mix of crime and family drama, propped up by Mackay’s unblinking magnetism, fun and stylish when it’s at its best.
First Cow (2020) – Movie Review
An endearing drama about friendship in hostile territory.
The Kindness of Strangers (2019) – Movie Review
A tender study of compassion, marred by undefined characters and an absence of critical thinking.
Miss Juneteenth (2020) – Movie Review
Miss Juneteenth is a discreet, unassuming look at the small triumphs and tragedies that make up every person’s life, and the circumstances that end up shaping us, all in a mother’s dedication. It feels real and lived in.
Ford v Ferrari (2019) – Movie Review
After a slow beginning, Ford v Ferrari turns into a competent sports drama.
Family Romance, LLC (2019) – Movie Review
Werner Herzog’s latest is a peculiar dance between reality and fiction.
The Film Tower 