Daryl MacDonald
Daryl MacDonald's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at the following Tomatometer-approved publication(s):
Film Inquiry
Movies reviews only
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Mister Organ (2022) |
Ultimately, Mister Organ is a fascinating – and hilarious – look at one man’s rampant narcissism and how it affects those he comes into contact with. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 19, 2023
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The Beasts (2022) |
Sorogoyen‘s effort combines the raw beauty of Galicia’s rural interior with its brutal lifestyle to achieve a thrilling narrative. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 11, 2023
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God's Creatures (2022) |
Ultimately it is a well-made, well-acted piece of filmmaking. If only it was able to tie together its elements a little better. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 11, 2023
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Another Round (2020) |
Another Round is a raucous, joyous tale of friendship and catharsis. - InSession Film
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| Posted Mar 08, 2023
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Rose: A Love Story (2020) |
Unfortunately, it suffers from over-indulgence and will likely test the patience of all but the most ardent of horror fans, and the pay-off is nowhere near satisfying enough for the build-up involved in getting there. - InSession Film
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| Posted Mar 08, 2023
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My Sailor, My Love (2022) |
Directed with a sparse nature by Härö, and anchored by beautiful performances from Cosmo and Walker specifically, it is by turns beautiful and sad, but always moving. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 04, 2023
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My Neighbor Adolf (2022) |
My Neighbour Adolf had within its DNA the potential for something good, but alas an inability to strike a consistent tone means the talents of David Heyman and Udo Kier and unfortunately squandered. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Nov 12, 2022
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The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) |
Featuring incredible performances all around but especially from Farrell, and some of the best writing you’re going to see this year, it’s not one to miss - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 22, 2022
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The Whale (2022) |
It might lose its way at times and doesn’t seem to be able to distinguish between genuine care for its moribund protagonist and exploitative gazing, but you feel its heart is in the right place, anchored by an incredible performance from Brendan Fraser. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 22, 2022
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Holy Spider (2022) |
As Holy Spider reaches its chaotic apex, the tension notches up towards a satisfying conclusion and Abbasi’s message is never lost throughout this. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 15, 2022
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To Leslie (2022) |
Anchored by an incredible performance from Riseborough, and supported by a phenomenal cast of hall-of-fame acting talent, It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but To Leslie is a good addition. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 07, 2022
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The Woman King (2022) |
Come the end of year awards, don’t be surprised to see Davis and co on those podiums because The Woman King might very well be one of the best movies you’ll see this year. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Sep 24, 2022
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Student Body (2022) |
Student Body is not a perfect film, but I think that it will serve as a capsule to recognize future artists. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Sep 24, 2022
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Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) |
Those who do enjoy its delightfully unhinged cinematic style, its unabashed love of pop culture references, and its wild, multi-layered bacchanalian wonder, will likely proclaim this one of the best movies of the year. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted May 14, 2022
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Ashgrove (2022) |
It is a fun, lively movie that refused to take itself too seriously, eschewing the usual technical complexities which mar most sci-fi projects, and instead of finding the genuine heart and humanity amidst the complicated concept itself. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 07, 2022
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Bull (2021) |
Drenched in blood and gore, it's sure to attract fans of the genre and ensure that Williams will be one to watch in the coming years. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Nov 04, 2021
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Boiling Point (2021) |
From the incredible acting to the expertly done cinematography to the at times astonishing set pieces, Boiling Point is the full meal. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 23, 2021
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Language Lessons (2021) |
This is Morales' debut movie and if her follow up Plan B is anything as good, then there is a bright future for her behind the camera as well as in front of it. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 16, 2021
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Bantú Mama (2021) |
The slow, languid pacing may deter some, but allow yourself to sink into it and Bantú Mama is a beautiful poem of a movie anchored by some excellent performances. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 16, 2021
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Flee (2021) |
It's beautiful, poignant, and deftly handled - an incredible story of the human condition and one family's desperate bid for survival. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 16, 2021
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The Surge at Mount Sinai (2021) |
The Surge at Mount Sinai is a testament to the heroism, bravery, and tenacity of frontline healthcare workers as they scramble to get ahead of the pandemic and save lives. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Jul 23, 2021
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The Mauritanian (2021) |
What we're given is far more surface-level than it should be, and unfortunately doesn't add as much to the conversation as it perhaps thinks it does. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Feb 27, 2021
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Riders of Justice (2020) |
With a tone that's perfectly balanced between brutal violence and pitch-black humour, which will have you laughing out loud at times, it manages to escape its slightly formulaic premise and elevate itself above the usual revenge thriller fare. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Feb 27, 2021
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Creation Stories (2021) |
Creation Stories will appeal most to those with an interest in 90s pop culture, but the fast pacing, black humour, and in particular hilarious performance from Ewen Bremner ensures that there is plenty for casual fans to enjoy too. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Feb 27, 2021
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Luxor (2020) |
It is a beautiful watch and if you can forgive the slowness and allow yourself to sink into it, Luxor will reward that patience with a lovely, unsentimental look at life, which is well worth the price of admission. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Dec 02, 2020
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Nomadland (2020) |
Nomadland flourishes under the direction of Zhao, and bolstered by a brilliant performance from McDormand. It's a wonderful achievement and a beautiful testament to the American spirit. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 29, 2020
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Shirley (2020) |
You never really know what's going to happen next when Moss is on screen and it's this unpredictability which lends Shirley its most interesting aspects. The movie itself may not linger in the minds of viewers, but Moss' performance almost certainly will. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 19, 2020
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Wolfwalkers (2020) |
There is still a little time left, but Wolfwalkers is almost certainly the best-animated film of the year. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 19, 2020
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The Devil Has a Name (2020) |
The Devil Has a Name is worth watching for its message and for the strength of its three leading protagonists. It's just a shame the message gets a little lost in some of the contrived drama. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 14, 2020
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Soul (2020) |
Ultimately it can't sustain moments in the same way as the likes of Inside Out, but it's certainly worth investing time into; even a lesser Pixar film is among the greater animated efforts being made today. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 14, 2020
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Mogul Mowgli (2020) |
Mogul Mowgli has the feel of a spirited, gutsy passion project and benefits from Riz Ahmed's incredible performance. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Oct 08, 2020
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Feels Good Man (2020) |
Feels Good Man should be required viewing. It is an excoriating insight into the rise of the alt-right and the underlying issues that propelled it. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Sep 19, 2020
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Nail in the Coffin: The Fall and Rise of Vampiro (2019) |
It's a very human story and something everyone can relate to. In those moments Nail in the Coffin is a strong, documentary with a very big heart and a very bloody mouth. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Sep 05, 2020
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The Tobacconist (2018) |
It is an unapologetically quirky indie with a big heart and some very valid points to make about the insidiousness of fascism, certainly a lesson we should all learn right now. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Aug 01, 2020
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Inmate #1: The Rise of Danny Trejo (2019) |
It's not without its flaws, but when it focuses on Danny Trejo's incredible story and allows him to tell it his way, Inmate #1 is a powerful and poignant story with a fairy tale ending that will have you believing miracles really do come true. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Jul 07, 2020
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Sometimes Always Never (2018) |
Featuring a strong performance by Bill Nighy and not a whole lot else, there isn't much to make this film stand out. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Jun 24, 2020
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Blood and Money (2020) |
It is so content to occupy the safe middle ground without ever doing anything of interest such as exploring its characters or its location, that it feels like an heartless exercise in mimicking better films just for the sake of it. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted May 13, 2020
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Circus of Books (2019) |
Although it doesn't always hit the mark, and there are certain aspects you wish Mason had delved further into, ultimately Circus of Books packs so much heart and warmth that only the coldest of souls would fail to be moved by it come the end credits. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted May 01, 2020
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The Flood (2019) |
Although it starts with a strong premise and seems to promise an unvarnished view of a topical, incendiary issue, ultimately The Flood's refusal to pick a side robs it of any real purpose. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Apr 29, 2020
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Finding Yingying (2020) |
Filmed with a raw, visceral quality, it captures a grieving family in their most vulnerable moments, and shines a light on the culture clash between two vastly different countries in ways that can be uncomfortable to see. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Apr 14, 2020
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Lost Transmissions (2019) |
Simon Pegg and Juno Temple both bring typically great performances to their characters, but unfortunately, there isn't much here to connect to. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Apr 03, 2020
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Les misérables (2019) |
Les Misérables isn't without its faults, but there can be no denying that Ly's debut feature is a breathless, exhilarating ride which will have you thinking about it long after the credits roll. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 21, 2020
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Vivarium (2020) |
Unfortunately, though, Vivarium is a little one-note - finding itself with not entirely much to say beyond that initial observation. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 21, 2020
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The Translators (2019) |
Yet it never feels as though this is what Les Traducteursis going for: it is a purely enjoyable, visceral thrill of a movie that doesn't reward deeper analysis and might require just a little more suspension of disbelief than you might usually give. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 21, 2020
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James vs. His Future Self (2019) |
Jeremy LaLonde's movie is a fun blend of sci-fi, comedy, and critique of the modern relationship to identity; it doesn't always stick the landing in an attempt to balance these disparate elements but is certainly worth looking out for. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 21, 2020
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Greed (2019) |
Movies like Greed - though entertaining and enjoyable in their own right - will likely fade into the ether, having not said very much at all. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Mar 06, 2020
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Proxima (2019) |
With beautiful direction and cinematography, a haunting score, and excellent acting by Eva Green in particular, Proxima is a solemn, slow meditation on motherhood and the bond between mother and daughter. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted Feb 29, 2020
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King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017) |
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword is exactly what you'd expect from Guy Ritchie: a frenetically paced affair peppered with humour and plenty of laddish behaviour. - Film Inquiry
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| Posted May 18, 2017
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