Posts Tagged ‘drama’

     
 
8.8

Retro Review: Casino (1995)

June 29, 2020
Casino may not be as great as Goodfellas, yet it is still another epic Scorsese crime drama that isn't coy about the destructive nature of sin and greed.
by Tyler Hummel
 
6.9

Review: Crazy Rich Asians

June 22, 2020
The movie adaption of Kevin Kwan's novel, Crazy Rich Asians, sold like gangbusters in theaters in 2018, but does it hold up to scrutiny on the small screen?
by Maurice Pogue
 
8.6

Review: The Assistant (2020)

June 16, 2020
If you can handle a movie that's more honest than dramatic, then you might find The Assistant to be a movie you'll enjoy. 
by Tyler Hummel

 
7.3

Review: The Way Back (2020)

May 30, 2020
The Way Back is a quietly competent and engaging drama that will appeal to viewers even if they don't enjoy basketball.
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.7
6.9

Review: Hail, Caesar! (2016)

May 24, 2020
Hail, Caesar! is one of the strongest comedic films of the last decade and a minor miracle in the otherwise excellent filmography of the Coen Brothers.
by Tyler Hummel
 
9.0

Retro Review: Bernie (2011)

May 21, 2020
Bernie is an unassuming and strange biopic, standing out as one of Richard Linklater's most fascinating and unusual films.
by Tyler Hummel

 
8.5

Retro Review: The Untouchables (1987)

May 19, 2020
The Untouchables is a complete and satisfying package comprised of the talents of many Hollywood legends.
by Tyler Hummel
 
6.2

Review: Capone (2020)

May 18, 2020
After his disastrous version of the Fantastic Four, Josh Trank directs a morbidly fascinating biopic which focusses less on Al Capone's infamous crimes and more on his uncontrollable bodily fluids... Worst film of 2020?
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.1

Review: Ozark – Season 3

April 22, 2020
Partnered with amazing writing, excellent directing, and stand out performances, Ozark looks to be a major player in the streaming landscape.
by Noel Davila

 
9.4

Retro Review: Ben-Hur (1959)

April 19, 2020
Never has there been a film as big as Ben-Hur. Over sixty years on, is it still worthy of the saying?
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.7

Review: The Death of Stalin (2017)

April 17, 2020
The Death of Stalin is one of the best satires to be released in recent years, though it may prove too dark for some.
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.8

Review: I Still Believe

April 14, 2020
I Still Believe is a film about faith, in more ways than one.
by Juliana Purnell

 
8.5

Retro Review: Shadowlands (1993)

April 12, 2020
Detailing an important period in C.S. Lewis's life, Shadowlands depicts a needed frailty and humanity to one of modern Christianity's favorite writers.
by Tyler Hummel
 
6.7

Review: Queen and Slim

April 7, 2020
A traffic stop during a first date results in a dead policeman. Believing they have no other option, the couple become fugitives that the nation fondly dubs as Queen & Slim.
by Maurice Pogue
 
7.9

Review: Hunters

March 29, 2020
Hunters combines a magnificent cast performance, actual historical events, and a unique stylized direction to keep viewers at the edge of their seat.
by Noel Davila

 
8.3

Retro Review: Contagion (2011)

March 19, 2020
Contagion is a great thriller and one of Soderbergh's strongest films. Yet in light of current events, we may now be watching this movie through a very different lens.
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.2

Review: Emma.

March 11, 2020
Autumn de Wilde's Emma does exceptionally well finding life within Jane Austen's story, condensing it in a way that preserves the romance and humor of it all.
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.0
5.5

Review: The Photograph

March 7, 2020
The Photograph should be applauded in its efforts to illustrate the complexity of life and love.
by Maurice Pogue

 
8.3

Retro Review: Love and Friendship

March 2, 2020
Love and Friendship is easily one of the most propulsive, slick and well-produced period dramas to have recently come out of the film industry.
by Tyler Hummel
 

Flawed Faith: Love, Idolatry and Trainspotting

February 14, 2020
For some, Valentine's Day is a time to appreciate your significant other. For others, it might be the opportune moment to reassess what we idolize in life, using Trainspotting as an example of what happens when we lean too heavily on our vices and [...]
by Tyler Hummel
 
8.8

Review: Marriage Story

February 7, 2020
Marriage Story is a powerful drama that's earned the acclaim of its six Oscar nominations. With its incredible lead performances by Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson, it gives us a heartbreaking look into the process of divorce and how much it hurts the [...]
by Tyler Hummel

 
7.6
6.0

Review: Weathering With You

February 3, 2020
Weathering With You is yet another unapologetically romantic outing from the director of Your Name.
by Juliana Purnell
 
9.1

Review: I Lost My Body

January 27, 2020
Jérémy Clapin entertains and engages us with a somber look into a young man who’s been torn asunder in ways more than just physically...
by Tyrone Barnes
 
7.8
8.0

Review: 1917

January 23, 2020
Under the graceful hand of cinematographer Roger Deakins, 1917 blossoms into a unique and exciting vision of the greatest tragedy of the 20th century. 
by Tyler Hummel

 
9.0

Review: A Hidden Life

January 9, 2020
It may not be for everyone, but A Hidden Life is an important film that addresses the cost of living out the Christian faith.
by Tyler Hummel
 
9.5
4.5

Series Review: Watchmen

January 4, 2020
Zach Snyder's 2009 film Watchmen proved a live-action Watchmen adaptation can be done, and Lindelof's 2019 Watchmen series proves it could be perfected.
by Noel Davila
 
8.2

Review: Little Women (2019)

December 27, 2019
This adaptation of Little Women may not only prove to be a great romance film, but also a heartwarming Christmas flick.
by Juliana Purnell

 
9.1

Review: Doctor Sleep

December 12, 2019
Doctor Sleep achieves two impossible feats: it's a worthy sequel to one of the most renown horror movies in cinematic history, and also offers one of the best representations of Christians in 2019.
by Juliana Purnell
 
8.2

Review: Knives Out

December 6, 2019
Knives Outs is going to be a lot of people's favorite film in 2019!
by Tyler Hummel
 
5.2
4.9

Review: Gemini Man

October 31, 2019
Gemini Man is one of those films that causes a stir; not because anyone is interested in the plot, but because of its varied formats. There are many different ways to experience this film (if you can find the right cinema), whether it’s in 3D, in 120 [...]
by Juliana Purnell

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