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Pusher II
A spoiler light review of Pusher II should begin with tone, because Nicolas Winding Refn understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Pusher II gains early credibility from Mads Mikkelsen, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Leif Sylvester. The foundation of Pusher II can be stated simply: Tonny is released from prison again. Within its 1h 40m running time, Pusher II reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplined approach. The narr
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Persons of Interest
A spoiler light review of Persons of Interest should begin with tone, because Alison Maclean understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Persons of Interest gains early credibility from David Paterson, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of the principal supporting performer. The foundation of Persons of Interest can be stated simply: A documentary concerning the detention of Muslim Americans in the wake of 9/11. Within its 1h 3m running time, Perso
Aug 153 min read
Iluzija
A spoiler light review of Iluzija should begin with tone, because Svetozar Ristovski understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Iluzija gains early credibility from Vlado Jovanovski, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Marko Kovacevic. The foundation of Iluzija can be stated simply: As Macedonia faces its difficult transition, a boy escapes into a world of his own creation. Within its 1h 47m running time, Iluzija reveals both the benefits and the limi
Aug 152 min read
The Big Question
A spoiler light review of The Big Question should begin with tone, because Francesco Cabras understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. The Big Question gains early credibility from Mel Gibson, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Monica Bellucci. The foundation of The Big Question can be stated simply: Poses questions to a large and varied group of people regarding their own perception of the divine. Within its 1h 16m running time, The Big Questi
Aug 153 min read
Hom rong
A spoiler light review of Hom rong should begin with tone, because Itthisoontorn Vichailak understands exactly how this biographical drama ought to feel. Hom rong gains early credibility from Anuchit Sapanpong, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Adul Dulyarat. The foundation of Hom rong can be stated simply: Inspired by the life of Luang Pradit Pairoh the most revered traditional Thai music master who lived during the reigns of Kings Rama V to VIII. Within
Aug 153 min read
Motocross Kids
A spoiler light review of Motocross Kids should begin with tone, because Richard Gabai understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Motocross Kids gains early credibility from Lorenzo Lamas, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Alana Austin. The foundation of Motocross Kids can be stated simply: Evan Hanson is the best motocross coach in the country. Within its 1h 22m running time, Motocross Kids reveals both the benefits and the limits of that dis
Aug 153 min read
Agnes and His Brothers
A spoiler light review of Agnes and His Brothers should begin with tone, because Oskar Roehler understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Agnes and His Brothers gains early credibility from Martin Weiß, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Moritz Bleibtreu. The foundation of Agnes and His Brothers can be stated simply: This drama focuses on three very different siblings, all searching for happiness. Within its 1h 55m running time, Agnes and His Brothe
Aug 153 min read
Los Muertos
A spoiler light review of Los Muertos should begin with tone, because Lisandro Alonso understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Los Muertos gains early credibility from Argentino Vargas, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Francisco Dornez. The foundation of Los Muertos can be stated simply: Vargas, a 54 year old man, gets out of jail in the prvince of Corrientes, Argentina. Within its 1h 18m running time, Los Muertos reveals both the benefits and th
Aug 153 min read
95 Miles to Go
A spoiler light review of 95 Miles to Go should begin with tone, because Tom Caltabiano understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. 95 Miles to Go gains early credibility from Tom Caltabiano, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Roger Lay Jr.. The foundation of 95 Miles to Go can be stated simply: The hilarious intimacy of two comedians locked in a car together for hundreds of miles. Within its 1h 17m running time, 95 Miles to Go reveals both the
Aug 153 min read
Calvaire
A spoiler light review of Calvaire should begin with tone, because Fabrice du Welz understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Calvaire gains early credibility from Laurent Lucas, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Brigitte Lahaie. The foundation of Calvaire can be stated simply: Marc, a traveling entertainer, is on his way home for Christmas when his van breaks down in the middle of a jerkwater town with some strange inhabitants. Within its 1h
Aug 153 min read
Vsadnik po imeni Smert
A spoiler light review of Vsadnik po imeni Smert should begin with tone, because Karen Shakhnazarov understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Vsadnik po imeni Smert gains early credibility from Andrey Panin, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ksenia Rappoport. The foundation of Vsadnik po imeni Smert can be stated simply: In pre Soviet Russia, Boris Savinkov leads a terrorist faction of Socialist Revolutionary Party members responsible for the death
Aug 153 min read
Moog
A spoiler light review of Moog should begin with tone, because Hans Fjellestad understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Moog gains early credibility from Charlie Clouser, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Herbert Deutsch. The foundation of Moog can be stated simply: Bob Moog shaped musical culture with some of the most inspiring electronic instruments ever created. Within its 1h 12m running time, Moog reveals both the benefits and the limits
Aug 153 min read
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