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Melina Leon’s magnificent monochrome style sizzles for a delightful debut with “Song Without A Name” highlighted by elegant, entertaining cinematography. However, it lacks the oomph one would expect resulting in a “Roma” repeat. Based on true events and set in Peru during the late 1980s, an indigenous
Zhang Yimou’s award-winning and stunning “Shanghai Triad” finally makes its breathtaking Blu-ray debut in North America. After almost 25 years, Yimou’s celebrated Chinese criminal thriller remains an elegant, exquisite entertaining gangster film. Set in the criminal underworld of Shanghai during the 1930s, we see the film through
Alright barflies grab a drink and light up a smoke, it’s Bukowski time. Charles Bukowski fans can rejoice and remember the iconic literary figure with some wonderful unseen footage. Bukowski’s wild wisdom and whit will pair nicely with wine for a fun evening experience. Recently rediscovered rare
“The Wild Goose Lake” is a phenomenal pulp-noir about a gangster on the run. Director Diao Yinan’s stunning, stylized neo-noir is an absolutely amazing sensation. Set in the densely populated Wuhan province in China, small-time mob boss/gangster Zhou Zenong (Hu Ge) is desperately running for his life
Maybe music and lyrics shouldn’t have been the focus. “The Cuban” can’t overcome a melodically monotonous, mundane story despite an amazing award pedigree. Pre-med student Mina Ayoub (Ana Golja) has given up on her dream to become a singer. After being orphaned as a child in Afghanistan,
Antoine Olivier Pilon makes a magnificent turn in “Most Wanted” with Josh Harnett solidifying his second coming. The clever crime thriller thoroughly entertains and is a most excellent experience. Ripped from the headlines, reporter Victor Malarek (Josh Hartnett) is looking for a story to save his floundering
An exhilarating examination of a complex controversial figure, “Helmut Newton: The Bad and the Beautiful” beautifully brings back the iconic photographer. Helmut Newton’s captivating cult status shines sublimely in this delightful documentary. German photographer Helmut Newton was a master photographer, who died tragically in a Los Angeles
Art is in the eye of the beholder. Despite engaging efforts, Jenny Slate struggles to find the perfect style to truly shine in “The Sunlit Night.” Aspiring painter Frances (Slate) can’t channel and capture the right style in the New York art scene after missing out on
“Widow of Silence” is a stunning story about social injustice with breathtaking cinematography. Clear your conscience and be prepared to open your heart with Praveen Morchhale’s latest effort. Death doesn’t come easy, especially for widows. Aasia’s (Shilpi Marwaha) husband disappeared several years ago in the Kashmir conflict,
As the titular “Guest of Honour,” David Thewlis’ performance is thoroughly enjoyable. Unfortunately, the rest of Atom Egoyan’s eccentric party doesn’t live up to the invitation. While preparing for her father’s funeral, music teacher Veronica (Laysla De Oliveira) confides her family’s secrets and past to Father Greg
“The Outpost” is a genuine, gritty and compelling war thriller worthy of your attention. Rod Lurie’s latest movie mesmerizes in an explosive, entertaining salute to heroism. Based on the “N.Y. Times” bestseller “The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor” by CNN’s Jake Tapper, a group of
Never be afraid to stand up for injustice. For over 60 years, John Lewis’ activism has shaped the hearts and minds of countless generations and Dawn Porter’s documentary “John Lewis: Good Trouble” hopes to inspire some more. John Lewis has been at the forefront of social activism
