“Guava Island”: a good concept piece falls flat as Glover overextends his creative talents
This past weekend, Donald Glover released his surprise short film, “Guava Island.” This self-branded “island thriller” marked another collaboration between Glover and “Atlanta” team...
“The Perfect Date” is a messy and unsatisfying addition to the rom-com genre
Noah Centineo has reprised his role as romantic lead once again, this time in “The Perfect Date,” another Netflix-released teen romantic comedy. While critics...
“Hellboy”’s 2019 rebirth is a bloody mess
In 2004, film audiences were introduced to the half-demon paranormal detective that was Hellboy in a cult favorite film directed by Guillermo del Toro...
The childlike “Unicorn Store” is saved by its star-studded cast
In her directorial debut, “Unicorn Store,” Brie Larson puts her acting chops to the test playing Kit, the eclectic protagonist. After “Room,” “Scott Pilgrim...
“The Best of Enemies” is an overly simplistic depiction of a complex and fascinating...
“The Best of Enemies” takes us through a trip in history to witness the unimaginable friendship between a civil rights activist and a KKK...
“Dumbo” fails to live up to the magic of the celebrated Disney classic
“Dumbo,” along with “The Jungle Book,” “Cinderella,” and the upcoming “Aladdin,” is yet another live-action remake of a popular Disney film. Starring a cute...
Peele’s “Us” makes for a nail-biting thriller but falls short of its predecessor
Jordan Peele’s sophomore film, “Us,” was a highly anticipated release following the success of his directorial debut “Get Out.” The film follows a family...
“Shazam!” shows a bright future for DC’s new era of superhero films
After several critical and box office disappointments, DC had succeeded in picking itself back up with successes in both “Aquaman” and “Wonder Woman.” However,...
“Captain Marvel” is a marvelous addition to the MCU
“Captain Marvel” is the long-awaited (and much critiqued) addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). After being revealed in the end credits scene of...
“Isn’t it Romantic” is a cynical yet hilarious reimagining of the romantic comedy
“Isn’t it Romantic” features cynical, fiercely independent Natalie (Rebel Wilson), as she is transported from her harsh New York City reality into a rose-colored...