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Military Drama ‘The Inspection’ is a Powerful Debut (Review)

10Feb

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Military Drama ‘The Inspection’ is a Powerful Debut (Review)

When he was just 16 years old, Elegance Bratton was kicked out of the house by his mother for being gay. After a decade of homelessness, he joined the Marines. That real-life story inspired his debut feature film, 'The Inspection.' Jeremy Pope earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in the lead role as Ellis, a stand-in for Bratton. He heads to boot camp in South Carolina at the height of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." Once his fellow recruits discover his secret, he becomes a target for hazing. Jeremy Pope stars in 'The Inspection' (A24) The Verdict Bratton previously helmed the Vice series 'My House' and an acclaimed documentary entitled 'Pier Kids,' but his debut narrative feature is an astonishing leap in filmmaking. Chalk it up to the personal nature of the story, b...

What to Watch: February 2023 Streaming Preview

23Jul

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What to Watch: February 2023 Streaming Preview

If you’re looking for something new on streaming in February we’ve got you covered. Check out some of our picks for what you should add to your February streaming watchlist! What are you most excited to see? Newly Available on VOD this February Alice, Darling (PVOD, available now) Babylon (PVOD, available now) Ocean Boy (available now) Corsage (February 7) I Wanna Dance With Somebody (PVOD, February 7) Saint Omer (February 7) Swallowed (February 14) EO (February 21) A Man Called Otto (PVOD, February 21) Women Talking (PVOD, February 21) *PVOD titles are fresh from theatrical release and generally rent or sell digitally for $19.99 (or higher). https://youtu.be/dH7Sl2h_aHs Best Picture nominee 'Women Talking' hits digital services on February 2...

‘M3GAN’ is an Instant Camp Classic (Review)

27Jan

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‘M3GAN’ is an Instant Camp Classic (Review)

With 'M3GAN,' Blumhouse has done it again. They've delivered a low-budget, high-concept thrillride that is a total blast, even if it's been watered down to a PG-13 rating. Producer James Wan ('Malignant') tapped New Zealand director Gerard Johnstone to helm this campy blend of horror and comedy from a taut script by Akela Cooper. Cady (Violet McGraw) has just lost her parents in a car accident and is sent to live with her aunt Gemma (Allison Williams), who just happens to be a high-end toy designer in Seattle. Gemma has no idea how to handle a young child and instead adapts a robot project she's been working on. It's easier for her to hand over M3GAN (Model 3 Generative Android) to babysit Cady and use its AI adaptive learning to keep her busy. But M3GAN takes her duties a ...

Go Behind The Scenes With ‘The Return of Tanya Tucker’ (Review)

13Jan

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Go Behind The Scenes With ‘The Return of Tanya Tucker’ (Review)

Tanya Tucker is a legendary country singer who became a star when she was still a teenager, being named Most Promising Female Vocalist by the Academy of Country Music Awards in 1972. Her career has had its share of ups and downs over the years, with the end of the 1970s into the early 1980s being especially difficult. She had her first big comeback in the late 80s where she ended up not only selling strongly again, but by winning multiple awards again, including CMT's Female Video Artist of the Year in 1990. After multiple attempts at reinvention followed, Tucker was fairly off the radar again until her 2019 album While I'm Livin was released. Working with Brandi Carlile and Shooter Jennings, Tucker won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album in 2000 as well as Best Country Song for...

What to Watch: January 2023 Streaming Preview

23Jul

By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments

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What to Watch: January 2023 Streaming Preview

If you’re looking for something new on streaming in January we’ve got you covered. Check out some of our picks for what you should add to your January streaming watchlist! What are you most excited to see? Newly Available on VOD this January Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PVOD*, available now) The Return of Tonya Tucker (January 10) The Old Way (January 13) Kitchen Brigade (January 13) Back to the Wharf (January 17) Roberta (January 17) Life Upside Down (January 27) *PVOD titles are fresh from theatrical release and generally rent or sell digitally for $19.99 (or higher). https://youtu.be/vrbAXTWcwQ8 'Life Upside Down' begins streaming on January 27th on VOD. Criterion Channel Sight and Sound's Greatest Films of All Time - Once every 10 ...

30Dec

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The 10 Best Films of 2022

Despite going to the theater less than ever, I saw over 120 new release films in 2022. When it comes to the modern theatrical experience, I'm reminded of 'A Tale of Two Cities' when Dickens wrote “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." There are more opportunities than ever for premium moviegoing experiences with multiplexes adding IMAX and Dolby Cinemas across the country, but for the most part, the chain theaters are abysmal at technical presentation. Hell, many theaters aren't even screening movies on the proper sized screens. 'Nope' is one of the Best Films of 2022 (Universal Pictures) But with more and more 4K HDR offerings at home and many new releases being offered for viewing on my couch within 17 days of release, it makes it easy to watch exactly what ...

Friendship Goes Awry in ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ (Review)

9Dec

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Friendship Goes Awry in ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ (Review)

Martin McDonagh's 'The Banshees of Inisherin' takes place on a fictional island off the coast of Ireland in 1923, with the Irish Civil War exploding off in the distance. The residents of Inisherin lead simple lives. There isn't much to do aside from tend to the land and go to church or the pub. Things turn sour when Colm (Brendan Gleeson) decides that he no longer wishes to associate with longtime friend, Pádraic (Colin Farrell). Simply put, Colm wants to focus his time on composing music and enjoying a little peace and quiet. Being dismissed so quickly and resolutely does not sit well with Pádraic, who can not seem to leave well enough alone. He continues to pester Colm and fight the decision to terminate their friendship Pádraic until Colm gives him a disturbing ultimatum. ...