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Letter from Masanjia
A spoiler light review of Letter from Masanjia should begin with tone, because Leon Lee understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Letter from Masanjia gains early credibility from Anonymous, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Julie Keith. The foundation of Letter from Masanjia can be stated simply: When a desperate SOS letter penned by a political prisoner turns up in Halloween decorations sold in Oregon, it sparks a nail biting chain of event
Aug 103 min read
Elliot the Littlest Reindeer
A spoiler light review of Elliot the Littlest Reindeer should begin with tone, because Jennifer Westcott understands exactly how this animated adventure ought to feel. Elliot the Littlest Reindeer gains early credibility from Morena Baccarin, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Josh Hutcherson. The foundation of Elliot the Littlest Reindeer can be stated simply: When Blitzen announces his retirement on December 21st, a miniature horse has 3 days to fulfill h
Aug 103 min read
Night of 7 Years
A spoiler light review of Night of 7 Years should begin with tone, because Choo Chang min understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Night of 7 Years gains early credibility from Ryu Seung ryong, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jang Dong gun. The foundation of Night of 7 Years can be stated simply: A man dumps a girl's body in a lake after accidentally killing her with his car on a dark and foggy night. Within its 2h 3m running time, Night of 7
Aug 103 min read
Swimming with Men
A spoiler light review of Swimming with Men should begin with tone, because Oliver Parker understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Swimming with Men gains early credibility from Rob Brydon, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Rupert Graves. The foundation of Swimming with Men can be stated simply: A man who is suffering a mid life crisis finds new meaning in his life as part of an all male, middle aged, amateur synchronised swimming team. Within it
Aug 103 min read
The Final Wish
A spoiler light review of The Final Wish should begin with tone, because Timothy Woodward Jr. understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. The Final Wish gains early credibility from Lin Shaye, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Michael Welch. The foundation of The Final Wish can be stated simply: After the death of his father, Aaron returns home to help his grief stricken mother and to confront his past. Within its 1h 35m running time, The Final
Aug 103 min read
Asako I & II
A spoiler light review of Asako I & II should begin with tone, because Ryûsuke Hamaguchi understands exactly how this romance ought to feel. Asako I & II gains early credibility from Masahiro Higashide, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Erika Karata. The foundation of Asako I & II can be stated simply: Asako lives in Osaka. Within its 1h 59m running time, Asako I & II reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplined approach. The craft of Asa
Aug 103 min read
Ridge Runners
A spoiler light review of Ridge Runners should begin with tone, because Hunter West understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Ridge Runners gains early credibility from Jennica Schwartzman, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Austin Haley. The foundation of Ridge Runners can be stated simply: When a 12 year old girl goes missing, detective Rachel Willow discovers that human trafficking can happen anywhere, even in her small town. Within its 1h 21m
Aug 103 min read
Donnybrook
A spoiler light review of Donnybrook should begin with tone, because Tim Sutton understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Donnybrook gains early credibility from Michael Agee, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Adam Bartley. The foundation of Donnybrook can be stated simply: Two men prepare to compete in a legendary bare knuckle fight where the winner gets a $100,000 prize. Within its 1h 41m running time, Donnybrook reveals both the benefits a
Aug 103 min read
José
A spoiler light review of José should begin with tone, because Li Cheng understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. José gains early credibility from Enrique Salanic, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Manolo Herrera. The foundation of José can be stated simply: José lives with his mother in Guatemala. Within its 1h 25m running time, José reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplined approach. Rather than summarise every event in José
Aug 102 min read
Milford Graves Full Mantis
A spoiler light review of Milford Graves Full Mantis should begin with tone, because Jake Meginsky understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Milford Graves Full Mantis gains early credibility from Milford Graves, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of the principal supporting performer. The foundation of Milford Graves Full Mantis can be stated simply: Weaving blistering performance footage from Europe, Japan, and the U.S. Within its 1h 31m runnin
Aug 103 min read
Wrestle
A spoiler light review of Wrestle should begin with tone, because Suzannah Herbert understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Wrestle gains early credibility from Teague Berres, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jaquan Rhodes. The foundation of Wrestle can be stated simply: Hoop Dreams goes to the mat in this intimate coming of age documentary about four members of a high school wrestling team at Huntsville's J.O. Within its 1h 36m running tim
Aug 102 min read
The Amendment
A spoiler light review of The Amendment should begin with tone, because Paul Brown understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. The Amendment gains early credibility from Mike Vogel, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Taryn Manning. The foundation of The Amendment can be stated simply: The true and inspiring story of finding triumph over tragedy, injustice, and loss. Within its 1h 30m running time, The Amendment reveals both the benefits and the
Aug 103 min read
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