Photos Courtesy of Paramount Pictures“Annihilation," directed by Alex Garland, is ambitious but disappointing. Previously, Garland directed "Ex Machina," arguably one of the best films in the past five years. The sci-fi film reached beyond its genre lines and attracted audiences with an intricate and polished story. "Annihilation" did none of these things. "Annihilation" … [Read more...] about Review: Alex Garland’s ‘Annihilation’
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Review: ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ Plays It Too Safe
Photos Courtesy of Fox Searchlight Pictures“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is a rich and dynamic film just a few screenplay drafts short of being perfect. “Three Billboards,” written and directed by Martin McDonagh, is nominated for seven Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay.This movie had all the ingredients to become … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ Plays It Too Safe
Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Image Courtesy of 20th Century FoxThe 89th Academy Awards, or "Oscars," are right around the corner on Feb. 26, and that means that the awards season of recognizing many films, actors, actresses, directors, etc., is almost over."Hidden Figures" has been one of those recognized films. This film is especially significant because it's a mainstream, Oscar-nominated film that … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Review: The xx Release Long-Awaited Album ‘I See You’
Image Courtesy of The Young TurksAfter an almost-five-year hiatus, English indie-pop band, The xx, is back with the release of their newest studio album, "I See You." This is the third album released by members Romy Madley-Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie Smith, who is better known by his stage name, Jamie xx.Before "I See You," the last album from the group, was their sophomore … [Read more...] about Review: The xx Release Long-Awaited Album ‘I See You’
‘Moonlight’ Beautifully Captures an Untold Story
Image Courtesy of IMDB.comDirector Barry Jenkins debuted his second feature film in October, which felt like an early Christmas gift. Not only is it a cinematic masterpiece, but "Moonlight" is an outstanding story that breathes truth with every line, every sigh and every glance at the camera."Moonlight" takes place in Miami’s housing projects during the 1980's "war on … [Read more...] about ‘Moonlight’ Beautifully Captures an Untold Story
