Hotel Mumbai is a visceral assault on the senses with several moments of graphic violence but its themes of what it means to be human counteract it making this a must see.
The movie almost feels like a homemade video shot and edited by a bunch of teenagers, with all its creaky, guy-in-a-suit creature effects and clunky scripting, but at least it's earnest
Dumbo is a delight and a fresh new take on a classic tale with heart, memorable characters and an engaging story.
Directed by Matthau's friend and frequent co-star Jack Lemmon, Kotch is a sweet and somewhat melancholy film about ageism and life itself.
The movie doesn't offer anything new; in westerns there tends to be good guys and bad guys who must settle a score by the end, and this one is no different, but the grace of the film is that it digs its heels deep into the mud and sticks to its guns without becoming sensational.
While its story is one of those ‘take it or leave it” propositions, the cast, atmosphere, and suspense make up for any flaws the movie has.
An ultra slick and cold thriller with a strong physical performance by star Stone, Basic Instinct 2 is a draining psychosexual experience for purveyors of sordid cinematic forays into the erotic avenues that few films dare tread these days.
Bleak, brutal, and mean-spirited, S. Craig Zahler's follow-up to last year's BRAWL IN CELLBLOCK 99, the 'cops and robbers' drama DRAGGED ACROSS CONCRETE is one for diehard fans only.
This movie will be an acquired taste, but as a “lost” relic of both the 70s and an early example of the budding career of Bill Paxton, the historical and cultural significance of the film cannot be readily ignored.
Gloria Bell relies heavily on Moore’s performance—however, it was not enough to fully resonate emotionally.