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3 out of 5 stars (Average) This review originally appeared on The Illuminerdi on June 29, 2021. The most memorable thing about Black Widow is how unmemorable it is. Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe have clamored for a solo film about Scarlett Johansson’s Soviet superspy, so it’s a shame the final product is so… Continue Reading
2 out of 5 stars (has some good moments, but is overall bad) This review originally appeared on the The Illuminerdi June 23, 2021. This World Alone is one of those frustrating movies where clearly talented actors and a solid director are let down by a poor script. Newcomers Belle Adams and Lau’rie Roach show… Continue Reading
3 out of 5 stars (average) This review originally appeared on The Illuminerdi June 16th, 2021. Pixar has developed a pattern over the past few years of releasing one movie aimed more at older audiences, then one movie aimed at younger ones. Whereas Soul was absolutely aimed at teens and adults, their newest outing Luca… Continue Reading
3.5 out of 5 stars (above average) Still Life in Lodz is the most emotionally taxing film I’ve seen in 2021, but I’m happy I saw it. While the horrors of World War II have been thoroughly documented, Still Life in Lodz shows us how its titular city was impacted, as told by 3 people… Continue Reading
3.5 out of 5 stars (above average) Thank you to AFI Conservatory for reaching out to me for this review. Christina Dimanatara’s new short film Witchin’ should be on more people’s radar. Best described as a cross between The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Seth Rogen humor, the 20-minute short casts a charmingly juvenile spell… Continue Reading
4 Dalmatian Coats Out of 5 (one of the best of the year) This review originally appeared on The Illuminerdi on May 26, 2021. Check it out here. I was skeptical when Disney announced a prequel film following Cruella De Vil. Could they maintain the fun darkness surrounding this character, let alone find someone who… Continue Reading