Category Archives: Drama

Bandit: old story, thin paint

Posted on September 23, 2022 by admin

As generic as its name, Bandit recounts the career of Gilbert Galvan, a felon who flees the US for Canada in 1985. There he exploits national traits of kindness and trust to rob 59 banks. Played largely for laughs until … Continue reading →

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Coast review: Teen friends grow up fast

Posted on August 6, 2022 by admin

A coming-of-age story with more bite than expected, Coast follows four young teens as they navigate their way through a summer in the suburbs of Santa Maria. Strong performances and sensitive direction make this stand out from usual genre entries. … Continue reading →

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Review: Beneath the Banyan Tree

Posted on March 31, 2022 by admin

Sensitive to a fault, Beneath the Banyan Tree explores an uprooted Chinese family trying to find its way in Los Angeles. Anchored by strong performances, the movie overcomes script and pacing problems to reach emotional moments that will resonate with … Continue reading →

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Reminiscence review: Stop If You’ve Seen This Before

Posted on August 25, 2021 by admin

The future is grim in Reminiscence, a Warner Bros. release starring Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Ferguson and Thandiwe Newton. Written and directed by Lisa Joy (a Westworld vet), the movie slips time-travel tropes into a well-worn film noir plot. If you’re … Continue reading →

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