HEAT
It’s easy to forget that Michael Mann’s classic crime film HEAT was only a relatively modest success thirty years ago. … Continue reading HEAT
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Zero Dark Thirty
I’m going to ask you to stick with me for a moment. Zero Dark Thirty is the terrorist version of … Continue reading Zero Dark Thirty
Diane Keaton
When discussing the career of the extraordinary Diane Keaton, it’s easy to focus on her comedic work. And why wouldn’t … Continue reading Diane Keaton
The Smashing Machine
There is no film that I find more frustrating than one that intends to be great but ends up merely … Continue reading The Smashing Machine
One Battle After Another
As a child of the ‘80s, my cinematic awakening occurred during the era of Martin Scorsese, Spike Lee, and Oliver … Continue reading One Battle After Another
Dreams
Mexican director Michel Franco has been making feature-length films for over fifteen years. For the most part, his work has … Continue reading Dreams
Superman (2025)
I wasn’t all that keen on the existence of a new Superman film. Between Smallville, Lois & Clark, Superman Returns … Continue reading Superman (2025)
Oppenheimer
Three hours of mostly talking. That’s what Oppenheimer is—a film of white men (and occasionally white women) standing around in … Continue reading Oppenheimer
Tully
Jason Reitman’s career began with four very good to great movies in a row. The wicked satire Thank You For … Continue reading Tully
Reel Reframe 