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Like Me
A spoiler light review of Like Me should begin with tone, because Robert Mockler understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Like Me gains early credibility from Addison Timlin, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ian Nelson. The foundation of Like Me can be stated simply: A young woman sets out on a crime spree that she broadcasts on social media. Within its 1h 20m running time, Like Me reveals both the benefits and the limits of that discipline
Aug 103 min read
Hagazussa
A spoiler light review of Hagazussa should begin with tone, because Lukas Feigelfeld understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Hagazussa gains early credibility from Aleksandra Cwen, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Celina Peter. The foundation of Hagazussa can be stated simply: After the loss of her tormented mother, the erratic behavior of a 15th century woman living in an isolated mountain village becomes a threat to the safety of her inf
Aug 102 min read
Shadowman
A spoiler light review of Shadowman should begin with tone, because Oren Jacoby understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Shadowman gains early credibility from Richard Hambleton, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Andy Valmorbida. The foundation of Shadowman can be stated simply: Richard Hambleton was a founder of the street art movement before succumbing to drugs and homelessness. Within its 1h 21m running time, Shadowman reveals both the be
Aug 102 min read
Legend of the Naga Pearls
A spoiler light review of Legend of the Naga Pearls should begin with tone, because Lei Yang understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Legend of the Naga Pearls gains early credibility from Talu Wang, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Tian'ai Zhang. The foundation of Legend of the Naga Pearls can be stated simply: A royal descendant of an ancient winged tribe embarks on a quest to find magical pearls. Within its 1h 48m running time, Legend of the
Aug 103 min read
The Boy Downstairs
A spoiler light review of The Boy Downstairs should begin with tone, because Sophie Brooks understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. The Boy Downstairs gains early credibility from Zosia Mamet, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Matthew Shear. The foundation of The Boy Downstairs can be stated simply: A young woman is forced to reflect on her first relationship when she inadvertently moves into her boyfriend's apartment building. Within its 1h 31m
Aug 103 min read
Red Trees
A spoiler light review of Red Trees should begin with tone, because Marina Willer understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Red Trees gains early credibility from Alfred Willer, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Tim Pigott Smith. The foundation of Red Trees can be stated simply: Traces a family's journey as one of only twelve Jewish families to survive the Nazi occupation of Prague during World War II. Within its 1h 27m running time, Red Tree
Aug 103 min read
Abracadabra
A spoiler light review of Abracadabra should begin with tone, because Pablo Berger understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Abracadabra gains early credibility from Maribel Verdú, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Antonio de la Torre. The foundation of Abracadabra can be stated simply: A homemaker struggles with her husband after he is possessed by a ghost. Within its 1h 36m running time, Abracadabra reveals both the benefits and the limits of th
Aug 102 min read
The Escape
A spoiler light review of The Escape should begin with tone, because Dominic Savage understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. The Escape gains early credibility from Gemma Arterton, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Dominic Cooper. The foundation of The Escape can be stated simply: An ordinary woman makes an extraordinary decision which will change her life forever. Within its 1h 41m running time, The Escape reveals both the benefits and the limits
Aug 103 min read
Chasing the Blues
A spoiler light review of Chasing the Blues should begin with tone, because Scott Smith understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Chasing the Blues gains early credibility from Grant Rosenmeyer, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ronald L. Conner. The foundation of Chasing the Blues can be stated simply: Two rivals try to con an old woman for a rare 1930s Blues record. Within its 1h 17m running time, Chasing the Blues reveals both the benefits and
Aug 103 min read
Brotherhood of Blades 2
A spoiler light review of Brotherhood of Blades 2 should begin with tone, because Yang Lu understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Brotherhood of Blades 2 gains early credibility from Chang Chen, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mi Yang. The foundation of Brotherhood of Blades 2 can be stated simply: In the Ming dynasty of China, Shen Lian (starring Chang Chen), a secret police of corrupt government, is trapped by the conspiracy on a missio
Aug 103 min read
The Last Movie Star
A spoiler light review of The Last Movie Star should begin with tone, because Adam Rifkin understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. The Last Movie Star gains early credibility from Burt Reynolds, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ariel Winter. The foundation of The Last Movie Star can be stated simply: An aging former movie star is forced to face the reality that his glory days are behind him. Within its 1h 34m running time, The Last Movie Star rev
Aug 103 min read
My Son
A spoiler light review of My Son should begin with tone, because Christian Carion understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. My Son gains early credibility from Guillaume Canet, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mélanie Laurent. The foundation of My Son can be stated simply: The disappearance of his child sends a man on a dark path to find the truth. Within its 1h 24m running time, My Son reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplin
Aug 103 min read
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