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4/5
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Thanksgiving
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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A wickedly entertaining ride that manages to be both frightening and thought-provoking, ensuring that this holiday season, audiences will be left with more than just the taste of cranberry sauce.
Posted Nov 17, 2023
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5/5
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The Holdovers
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Stands as a celebration of the quiet, everyday heroism that shapes our lives, reminding us that sometimes the most profound connections are forged in the unlikeliest of places.
Posted Nov 10, 2023
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5/5
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Killers of the Flower Moon
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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This intricate dance of deceit and treachery is as gripping as it is shocking.
Posted Oct 20, 2023
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1/5
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The Exorcist: Believer
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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I’ve pretty much lost faith in the franchise, and I suspect the two planned follow-ups are now in jeopardy. But as my twelve-year-old self was back in 1973, I’ll be planted in a theater seat when The Exorcist: Deceiver comes out in 2025, God willing.
Posted Oct 06, 2023
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2/5
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The Creator
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Sadly, Edwards and fellow screenwriter Chris Weitz make it more about the robots, technology, and whiz-bang dressing than they do about wanting us to fall in love with their characters.
Posted Sep 29, 2023
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4/5
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Dumb Money
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Explores the universal themes of dreams and ambition while also reminding us that there’s a lot of power in the bottom 99%
Posted Sep 22, 2023
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3/5
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A Haunting in Venice
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Branagh and Green succeed in breathing new life into Agatha Christie's iconic detective.
Posted Sep 15, 2023
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4/5
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Jules
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Leaves an indelible mark on its viewers, sparking conversations and reflections that extend far beyond the confines of the theater.
Posted Aug 11, 2023
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4/5
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Barbie
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Gracefully combines the lightness of cotton candy entertainment with the cleverness of a well-crafted plot
Posted Aug 04, 2023
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1/5
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Insidious: The Red Door
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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It’s time to put these demons to rest.
Posted Jul 14, 2023
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3/5
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Asteroid City
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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With his signature visual style and meticulous attention to detail, Anderson has crafted a film that is both visually stunning and sometimes emotionally resonant.
Posted Jun 23, 2023
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1/5
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Elemental
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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While Elemental showcases Pixar's technical prowess and artistic brilliance, it ultimately falls short of delivering the truly satisfying and memorable experience we expect from a Pixar film
Posted Jun 16, 2023
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2/5
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The Boogeyman
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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While a slow burn certainly works in a well-made horror film, in this case, it feels more like a sluggish crawl towards an underwhelming climax
Posted Jun 02, 2023
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1/4
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Hypnotic
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Certainly not the steroid-fueled Hitchcockian thriller Rodriguez was going for. You’ll forget this one before you hit the parking lot.
Posted May 19, 2023
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4/5
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Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Challenges us to think and wonder why it took us so long to become comfortable with taking on such important source material.
Posted Apr 28, 2023
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3/5
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Renfield
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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A sophomorically funny little gem that pokes fun at a lot of different things, including rom-coms in general, narcissistic relationships, and even classic Universal horror.
Posted Apr 14, 2023
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3/5
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Tetris
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Were it about anything other than a silly 8-bit game we’ve all played a million times, it probably wouldn’t work as well as it does.
Posted Apr 07, 2023
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2/5
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Spinning Gold
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Bogart clearly loses control of the film’s tone and pacing with endless montage sequences, confusing timeline jumps, and ludicrous embellishments.
Posted Mar 31, 2023
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4/5
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John Wick: Chapter 4
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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None of it would work without Reeves’ hand in the production, both in front of and behind the camera. Say what you will about the guy, but he is the absolute beating heart of this franchise.
Posted Mar 24, 2023
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3/5
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Back to the Drive-In
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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An immersive look at the passionate nerds who make it their mission to preserve a cherished piece of Americana
Posted Mar 17, 2023
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2/5
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Cocaine Bear
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Never comes close to being as wild and, ahem… gutsy, as it tries to be
Posted Feb 24, 2023
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3/5
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Missing
(2023)
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Frank Wilkins
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Credit goes to Merrick and Johnson who have cracked the code on keeping us engaged via such an impersonal medium.
Posted Feb 03, 2023
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4/5
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M3GAN
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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You will say “that wouldn’t happen,” or “that’s not how that would play out” no fewer than a dozen times, but the screams of “didn’t see that coming” or “okay, that’s disturbing as hell” will far outweigh any of its shortcomings.
Posted Jan 29, 2023
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2/5
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A Man Called Otto
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Even the unnamed kitty cat that finds a way into Otto’s home – and his bed – isn’t enough to get across the film’s message that preaches nobody is alone if they just open up to others.
Posted Jan 06, 2023
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4/5
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Avatar: The Way of Water
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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James Cameron may not actually be the king of the world, but he is unquestionably the king of the sequel, and Avatar: The Way of Water proves it.
Posted Dec 16, 2022
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2/4
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Empire of Light
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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With a more well refined script and concise focus, the 1917 director could have pulled it off
Posted Dec 09, 2022
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4/5
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The Menu
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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An exciting, tension-filled odyssey that leaves audiences unsettled by its delicious mix of horror and pitch black humor
Posted Nov 21, 2022
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5/5
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All Quiet on the Western Front
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Not only a grim reminder of the dirty deeds of man, but also a brilliant piece of filmmaking
Posted Nov 13, 2022
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5/5
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Till
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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An emotionally relentless story about a mother’s strength in the aftermath of an unspeakable tragedy. It carries with it a message that continues to resonate to this day.
Posted Nov 05, 2022
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3/5
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Call Jane
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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both provocative and stimulating, yet never comes off as preachy
Posted Oct 28, 2022
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3/5
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Ticket to Paradise
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Knows exactly what the audience wants and it delivers with an exhilarating breath of fresh air.
Posted Oct 22, 2022
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2/5
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Amsterdam
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Russell's misstep with Amsterdam is as unexpected as it is shocking.
Posted Oct 07, 2022
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4/5
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Smile
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Finn’s deft direction, whip-smart script, and technical prowess always keeps things fun and engaging
Posted Sep 30, 2022
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4/5
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The Woman King
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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As if we needed something else to confirm Viola Davis’ place in the shrine of truly remarkable actresses, along comes The Woman King, an elaborately choreographed historical epic in which she towers over nearly every aspect of the film’s production.
Posted Sep 23, 2022
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5/5
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Pearl
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Ladies and gentlemen, the world of horror has a new scream queen. Her name is Mia Goth.
Posted Sep 16, 2022
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3/5
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Three Thousand Years of Longing
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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With plenty of eye candy and an endless supply of whimsy and imagination, Three Thousand Years of Longing is far from a waste of time. However, I found myself, ahem, longing for a bit more magic.
Posted Aug 26, 2022
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2/5
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Beast
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Just how many stupid mistakes and dumb decisions will a father make to protect his family. Unfortunately, from Beast, we get the answer
Posted Aug 19, 2022
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3/5
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Where the Crawdads Sing
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Newman and cinematographer Polly Morgan ... develop a beautifully rendered visual language that perfectly illustrates Kya’s heartbreaking story of isolation and survival.
Posted Aug 12, 2022
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4/5
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Nope
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Born from the Covid lockdown of 2020 and one of the few positives to come from that debacle, Nope is what happens when immensely creative minds have plenty of idle time to do what they do.
Posted Jul 22, 2022
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4/5
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The Black Phone
(2021)
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Frank Wilkins
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Spooky, creepy, and expertly paced, The Black Phone plays out with a delicious ‘70s vibe
Posted Jul 08, 2022
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4/5
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Elvis
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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At nearly two hours, forty minutes, many will be compelled to compare the film’s bloated runtime to the singer’s late-career physique. But what is too long when you’re having a blast?
Posted Jun 25, 2022
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2/5
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Lightyear
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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It would be easy to point out the script’s inability to effectively tug on the ol’ heartstrings with real human emotions, but I’m not quite certain an attempt was even made.
Posted Jun 17, 2022
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3/5
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Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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You smell and taste Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story
Posted Jun 10, 2022
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4/5
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Downton Abbey: A New Era
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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There’s nothing earth-shattering or particularly groundbreaking going on with Downton Abbey: A New Era. But, then again, that’s exactly how the Crawley’s would want it. The legacy continues, indeed.
Posted May 20, 2022
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3/5
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The Bad Guys
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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A high octane animated thriller that steals from the heist films of the ‘60s and leans into the company’s new direction with an energy we’ve not seen from the studio in quite some time.
Posted May 13, 2022
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4/5
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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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A hilarious celebration all things Nicolas Cage. Come join the celebration.
Posted Apr 29, 2022
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5/5
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The Northman
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Think you know what a Viking is? You have no idea.
Posted Apr 22, 2022
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5/5
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X
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Still gives me shivers
Posted Apr 08, 2022
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3/5
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The Lost City
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Most importantly, it will make you happy. What more could we ask for as theaters begin to ramp up for the summer movie season.
Posted Apr 01, 2022
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3/4
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Dog
(2022)
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Frank Wilkins
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Big shout out to the three Belgian Malinois used for filming: Britta, Zuzu, and Lana who each had a different role in playing Lulu on the screen
Posted Feb 18, 2022
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