Posts Tagged ‘Ben Davis’
Film Review – My Policeman
There is one glaring omission with My Policeman (2022), and it is passion. Forbidden love, social conventions, guilt, and forgiveness are all key ingredients for a romantic drama. While those elements are certainly here, the final product is undercooked. This is a stuffy affair. Its languid approach…
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Film Review – Cry Macho
The title of Cry Macho (2021) operates as an oxymoron. “Macho” expresses the inflated, aggressive nature of masculinity – one of toughness and perseverance in the face of adversity. To “Cry” is to express feelings that have stereotypically not been associated with what it means…
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Film Review – Avengers: Age of Ultron
Joss Whedon appears to be of two sides with Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015). On one end, the writing and direction has a deeper focus on emotionality and character development. On the other, is the requirement placed by Marvel to provide a large-scale extravaganza while…
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SXSW Film Review – Impossible Light
When someone mentions San Francisco, what’s the first thing you think of? Chances are most people would mention The Golden Gate Bridge, and for good reason. With its striking color and artistic flourishes, and set against the backdrop of the city skyline, its no wonder…
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