Oscar Rant 2019

2018 was a year of insane disconnect between The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences and the audiences who would view the motion pictures.

Rare Beasts — Movie Review

Rare Beasts is achingly funny, heartfelt and far from poignant, but that’s what separates it from all the pablum posing as comedy.

Toy Story 4 — Movie Review

I attended a screening of Toy Story 4 that was preceded by a great introduction from two of the film’s producers. They said that they were interested in making another of the Toy Story franchise films and were met by most people with the idea that they were done.

Hitting the Apex

Most importantly, you learn about the brilliant, deeply moving excellence of this life. I would give this masterful documentary five stars for all the reasons above. My only critique is that I enjoyed it so much I found the 138 minutes too short.

Sleepless Beauty

SLEEPLESS BEAUTY tells a twisted story about a young woman, Mila, who is kidnapped by a mysterious organization known as Recreation.

Alita: Battle Angel — Movie Review

It’s been three weeks since I saw Alita: Battle Angel and I hate to say I haven’t thought about it much.

Movie Review: Big Time Adolescence

This week's movie, Big Time Adolescence, is a Hulu presentation starring SNL‘s own Pete Davidson. It’s Davidson’s presence that elevates this film to a surprisingly charming level, playing the man-child that befriends his ex-girlfriend’s little brother in this touching coming-of-age comedy.

The Innocents–Movie Review

The Innocents toys with our emotions and packs a helluva wallop that will leave a bad taste for some. Others will consider Vogt’s film a modern day classic thriller...

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