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Fifi Howls from Happiness
A spoiler light review of Fifi Howls from Happiness should begin with tone, because Mitra Farahani understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Fifi Howls from Happiness gains early credibility from Bahman Mohasses, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of the principal supporting performer. The foundation of Fifi Howls from Happiness can be stated simply: A documentary on provocative artist Bahman Mohassess, the so called "Persian Picasso," whose accl
Aug 103 min read
The Pretty One
A spoiler light review of The Pretty One should begin with tone, because Jenée LaMarque understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. The Pretty One gains early credibility from Zoe Kazan, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jake Johnson. The foundation of The Pretty One can be stated simply: A tragedy presents Laurel with the chance to reinvent herself as her idolized twin sister, Audrey. Within its 1h 30m running time, The Pretty One reveals both the
Aug 103 min read
This Is Martin Bonner
A spoiler light review of This Is Martin Bonner should begin with tone, because Chad Hartigan understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. This Is Martin Bonner gains early credibility from Paul Eenhoorn, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Demetrius Grosse. The foundation of This Is Martin Bonner can be stated simply: Martin Bonner has just moved to Nevada from the East Coast, leaving behind his two adult children and a life he spent more than two deca
Aug 103 min read
Il Futuro
A spoiler light review of Il Futuro should begin with tone, because Alicia Scherson understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Il Futuro gains early credibility from Manuela Martelli, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Luigi Ciardo. The foundation of Il Futuro can be stated simply: When their parents die, Bianca starts to smoke and Tomas is still a virgin. Within its 1h 34m running time, Il Futuro reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disc
Aug 103 min read
Exhibition
A spoiler light review of Exhibition should begin with tone, because Joanna Hogg understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Exhibition gains early credibility from Viv Albertine, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Liam Gillick. The foundation of Exhibition can be stated simply: An intimate examination of a contemporary artist couple, whose living and working patterns are threatened by the imminent sale of their home. Within its 1h 44m running time, E
Aug 102 min read
A Wedding Invitation
A spoiler light review of A Wedding Invitation should begin with tone, because Ki hwan Oh understands exactly how this romance ought to feel. A Wedding Invitation gains early credibility from Baihe Bai, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Eddie Peng. The foundation of A Wedding Invitation can be stated simply: High school sweethearts QiaoQiao and Li Xing are about to graduate from university and Li Xing surprises QiaoQiao with a marriage proposal. Within its
Aug 103 min read
Justice Is Mind
A spoiler light review of Justice Is Mind should begin with tone, because Mark Lund understands exactly how this crime drama ought to feel. Justice Is Mind gains early credibility from Vernon Aldershoff, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Robin Ann Rapoport. The foundation of Justice Is Mind can be stated simply: In a future where MRI technology can read your mind, the trial of the century soon begins when a defendant faces his own memory for a double murde
Aug 103 min read
The Unbelievers
A spoiler light review of The Unbelievers should begin with tone, because Gus Holwerda understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. The Unbelievers gains early credibility from Ayaan Hirsi Ali, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Woody Allen. The foundation of The Unbelievers can be stated simply: Renowned scientists Richard Dawkins and Lawrence Krauss cross the globe as they speak publicly about the importance of science and reason in the modern
Aug 103 min read
Last Passenger
A spoiler light review of Last Passenger should begin with tone, because Omid Nooshin understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Last Passenger gains early credibility from Dougray Scott, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Kara Tointon. The foundation of Last Passenger can be stated simply: A small group of everyday passengers on a speeding London commuter train battle their warped driver who has a dark plan for everyone on board. Within its 1h
Aug 103 min read
Cheatin'
A spoiler light review of Cheatin' should begin with tone, because Bill Plympton understands exactly how this animated adventure ought to feel. Cheatin' gains early credibility from Sophia Takal, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jeremy Baumann. The foundation of Cheatin' can be stated simply: In a fateful bumper car collision, Jake and Ella meet and become the most loving couple in the long history of romance. Within its 1h 16m running time, Cheatin' reve
Aug 102 min read
Levitated Mass
A spoiler light review of Levitated Mass should begin with tone, because Doug Pray understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Levitated Mass gains early credibility from Mark Albrecht, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Rick Albrecht. The foundation of Levitated Mass can be stated simply: The Story of Michael Heizer's Monolithic Sculpture. Within its 1h 28m running time, Levitated Mass reveals both the benefits and the limits of that discipline
Aug 102 min read
As I Lay Dying
A spoiler light review of As I Lay Dying should begin with tone, because James Franco understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. As I Lay Dying gains early credibility from James Franco, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Tim Blake Nelson. The foundation of As I Lay Dying can be stated simply: Based on the classic novel by William Faulkner, first published in 1930, "As I Lay Dying" is the story of the death of Addie Bundren and her family's quest to
Aug 103 min read
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