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Infernal Affairs III
A spoiler light review of Infernal Affairs III should begin with tone, because Wai Keung Lau understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Infernal Affairs III gains early credibility from Tony Leung Chiu wai, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Andy Lau. The foundation of Infernal Affairs III can be stated simply: Months after the events of the original film, Ming suspects a police superintendent as being a new mole for the triads, while years ear
Aug 153 min read
This Girl's Life
A spoiler light review of This Girl's Life should begin with tone, because Ash Baron Cohen understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. This Girl's Life gains early credibility from Juliette Marquis, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of James Woods. The foundation of This Girl's Life can be stated simply: A "slice of life" take on the life of international porn celebrity, Moon, and her musings on modern life, love, and loss. Within its 1h 44m running tim
Aug 153 min read
King of the Ants
A spoiler light review of King of the Ants should begin with tone, because Stuart Gordon understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. King of the Ants gains early credibility from Chris McKenna, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Kari Wuhrer. The foundation of King of the Ants can be stated simply: A young drifter discovers his true calling when he's hired by a mobster to stalk and kill a prominent accountant, and then decides to seek revenge when t
Aug 153 min read
Prison-a-Go-Go!
A spoiler light review of Prison a Go Go! should begin with tone, because Barak Epstein understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Prison a Go Go! gains early credibility from Rhonda Shear, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mary Woronov. The foundation of Prison a Go Go! can be stated simply: A women in prison action comedy featuring girls running amok. Within its 1h 24m running time, Prison a Go Go! reveals both the benefits and the limits of that
Aug 153 min read
A Touch of Spice
A spoiler light review of A Touch of Spice should begin with tone, because Tassos Boulmetis understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. A Touch of Spice gains early credibility from Georges Corraface, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ieroklis Michaelidis. The foundation of A Touch of Spice can be stated simply: A Greek boy grows up to become a talented cook after political turmoil forces his family to leave Turkey. Within its 1h 48m running time, A
Aug 153 min read
Fear X
A spoiler light review of Fear X should begin with tone, because Nicolas Winding Refn understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Fear X gains early credibility from John Turturro, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Deborah Kara Unger. The foundation of Fear X can be stated simply: When his wife is killed in a seemingly random incident Harry (Turturro), prompted by mysterious visions, journeys to discover the true circumstances surrounding her murd
Aug 153 min read
Anbe Sivam
A spoiler light review of Anbe Sivam should begin with tone, because Sundar C. understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Anbe Sivam gains early credibility from Kamal Haasan, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Madhavan. The foundation of Anbe Sivam can be stated simply: Two men, one young and arrogant, the other damaged physically but not spiritually by life, are thrown together by circumstances, and find that they are in some ways bound together b
Aug 153 min read
Sweet Sex and Love
A spoiler light review of Sweet Sex and Love should begin with tone, because Man dae Bong understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Sweet Sex and Love gains early credibility from Kim Seo hyeong, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Kim Seong su. The foundation of Sweet Sex and Love can be stated simply: Shin Ah, a free spirit, has an unexpected encounter with Dong Gi, who seeks excitement. Within its 1h 25m running time, Sweet Sex and Love reveals bo
Aug 153 min read
Pahat pojat
A spoiler light review of Pahat pojat should begin with tone, because Aleksi Mäkelä understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Pahat pojat gains early credibility from Peter Franzén, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Niko Saarela. The foundation of Pahat pojat can be stated simply: Four well mannered but poorly grown brothers drift into a life of crime when their schizophrenic father is sent to the mental hospital. Within its 2h 6m running tim
Aug 153 min read
Slim Susie
A spoiler light review of Slim Susie should begin with tone, because Ulf Malmros understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Slim Susie gains early credibility from Tuva Novotny, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jonas Rimeika. The foundation of Slim Susie can be stated simply: A young man returns to his hometown to look for his missing sister. Within its 1h 37m running time, Slim Susie reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplined ap
Aug 153 min read
Resistance
A spoiler light review of Resistance should begin with tone, because Todd Komarnicki understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Resistance gains early credibility from Bill Paxton, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Julia Ormond. The foundation of Resistance can be stated simply: On 16 January 1944, a reconnaissance pilot survives a plane crash in Delahaut in the Nazi occupied Belgium. Within its 1h 32m running time, Resistance reveals both the benef
Aug 152 min read
One Last Dance
A spoiler light review of One Last Dance should begin with tone, because Lisa Niemi understands exactly how this romance ought to feel. One Last Dance gains early credibility from Patrick Swayze, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Lisa Niemi. The foundation of One Last Dance can be stated simply: In the wake of tragedy, a renowned NY dance company is on the brink of collapse. Within its 1h 41m running time, One Last Dance reveals both the benefits and the l
Aug 153 min read
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