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Beef House: Boro (2020)
Boro's disobedience shouldn't be tolerated
The only reason this episode isn't a 10 is because of how frustrated I am with Boro. To constantly disobey Uncle Tim, and undermine Tim's authority in the Beef House is shameful.
I hope he gets his act together in season 2, but I really think Tim needs to bring the hammer down on Boro. Tough love should work with time, personally I think Boro's mind waves are irreparable.
Valley Girl (1983)
Cliche 90's kid but fan of the 80s classic feel
This is Nic Cage's first movie, which is enough to get my foot in the door. To see where it all began and try to make sense of the evolution of one of Hollywood's strangest talents. Only 19 years old at the time "Valley Girl" came out, Cage delivers a funny and heartwarming performance as the laconic rebel Randy. Deborah Foreman acts as a nice almost ditzy counterpart as his high school crush.
It's definitely worth watching if you're a fan of the 1980s aesthetic. Not the sharpest dialogue, but that's not why you'd turn on an 80s flick anyway. It'll make you feel like you're watching "Back to The Future" if it was meant for fourth graders, and there's no time travel. The ending prom scene especially. Although I didn't grow up in the 80s, this movie is like putting on a warm blanket of silliness and eye candy. A pre-ghost rider Cage, what more could you want.
A Serious Man (2009)
A seriously boring movie
I saw this film was made by the Coen brothers and that alone was enough to reel me in and give this a watch. However, it's a pretty dull movie. The performances are good from Richard Kind, Michael Stuhlbarg, and the always great Fred Melamed. There are some funny scenes and jokes here and there, as expected from the Coen's. It gets a 6 based on those elements and the Coen's reputation alone. Apart from that it seems more like a movie based on their collective experience growing up in Minnesota. Unless some incredibly profound Judaic symbolism is going over my head, Minnesota is a boring place and this is one boring movie.
Mother! (2017)
Bad, I check in with this movie to ensure it's rating is low
Every now and then I'll get reminded of this clunker of a movie after watching something that's both entertaining and well-thought. This movie is neither.
Supposedly Aronofsky wrote the screenplay for this movie in three days which is not surprising. It's a real stinker of a movie. I'm just shocked he didn't scribble the script out on a napkin, put it in an envelope, and ship it out to the folks at paramount signed Aronofsky then they didn't even bother to read it.
There's always those movies where you leave thinking "that was a little pretentious." This entire thing is soaked in pretension, and unfortunately biblical allegories and environmental symbolism don't make a movie deep or substantive. It's a shame too because the performances from Jennifer Lawrence and Ed Harris are memorable and the first hour presents itself as something that might be interesting. However this is definitely one to avoid, especially if you don't want PTSD and Aronofsky's name permanently stigmatized in your head.
I'd say just skip and rewatch Black Swan.
Uncut Gems (2019)
Safdie Brothers are here to stay, Sandler dazzles
"Uncut Gems" has been marketed as a high pace, sports-centered thriller detailing the exploits of a sleezy con man always looking for a big score. It delivers on all fronts, while still preserving the same arthouse style that the Safdie's demonstrated in their 2017 film "Good Time." Gems will satisfy the casual movie-goer looking for an entertaining flick with an actor they're comfortable with watching. It also packs a loaded punch of indelible performances and fast-pace moments that are unforgettable for cinephile types. Bring your sports loving dad or your theater major cousin, both will get something out of this movie in large part because of the performances from Sandler and former NBA big man Kevin Garnett.
Gems is one of the more memorable movies of the year because of Sandler's strikingly authentic portrayal of a New York hustler jeweler. Sandlers often gets over-looked for his acting chops. In fairness he did make "Little Nicky" and "Jack and Jill" so it's understandable to knock him as a perfectionist of his craft. However, he had a dick-swinging performance in "Punch Drunk Love" that doesn't get near enough credit, and in Gems Sandler reminds us. In addition, the movie packs a thoughtful soundtrack that augments the interesting looks into existentialism and philosophies about individual success and struggle detailed in the movie. I'm looking forward to whatever the Safdie brothers make next, and with the backing of movie industry big guns, like executive producer Martin Scorsese, I'm sure they'll get plenty more opportunities.
Gisaengchung (2019)
Precise, thoughtful, and awesome twist. SEE THIS IN THEATER
I had high expectations for this movie, considering it won best picture at Cannes this past year, and it exceeded them. It's a film with thoughtful socioeconomic commentary, as well as an examination of nihilism through the lens of a struggling family. Drawing on the stark lifestyle differences of an upper class Korean family, and another family that is barely making ends meet folding pizza boxes, the audience is able to visualize what a family will do to improve their current financial situation.
Without giving away any spoilers, the movie is packed with hilariously sharp moments, and as an American seeing this movie reading the subtitles may have helped those moments shine even brighter. The intertwining of suspense, humor, and social commentary makes it hard not to be reminded of Jordan Peele's "Get Out," so it's a blast to see it in theaters. At a time when originality is lacking at every corner, "Parasite" comes through in nearly every way and should be a lock for best foreign film of the year. I wouldn't be surprised if it generated some best picture buzz as well. Great movie!
The Great McGinty (1940)
1940s Veep
Filled with absurdity and vaudeville type arguments, this classic still drills down our worst fears of American democracy. Having someone in power unfit for office sure sounds hairy, but Donlevy is great as the insightful thug rising is way to the top of the political ladder.
It's a little over an hour in length and has some dragging on moments, but the laughs make up for it. Filled with ridiculous sayings and expressions entirely distinct to its time period, and Sturges' filmmaking abilities. If you're looking for an older film with some goofiness, three stooges type violence, and political satire give this classic a try.
Overboard (1987)
They don't make em like this anymore
This movie falls under the same category of classics like "Big" or even the "The Goonies." A funny movie that will make you smile. What more can you ask for? The storyline is original, and every actor is hilarious. Even the kids are funny.
Goldie Hawn is great in her role as the snarky and privileged socialite. And Kurt Russell is the perfect goofy counterpart. Great nostalgic movie, and I hope more feel good movies continue to be made like this today. Do not bother with the remake, certainly won't do this classic any favors and is a waste of time.
The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)
If you enjoyed The Lobster, you should like this.
This film has received a lot of negative feedback, but also a good deal of poisitive feedback from critics as well. If you enjoyed the directors previous film or Dogtooth you will definitely be intrigued by this film. Solid performances all around, and a haunting performance by Barry Keoghan as Martin.
This kind of movie is certainly not for everyone, but it's absurdity and sharp screenplay make it one of the most memorable movies of 2017. Lanthimos will be a director to watch and resembles Kubrick through his distinct vision, peculiarity.