Killer Book Club (2023) — Movie Review
Carlos Alonso Ojea’s Killer Book Club serves up a cocktail of horror and suspense that is both exciting and unsettling. The film dives into the complex web of friendships against a backdrop…
Who is Erin Carter? — Season 1, Episode 1 Recap
The new Netflix series unravels the complex life of Erin Carter and her daughter Harper, two British expatriates now living in Barcelona. While the show is fictional, it delves into their enigmatic…
The Engineer (2023) — Movie Review
Born in Israel but raised in Brooklyn, filmmaker Danny A. Abeckaser attempts to infuse life into “The Engineer,” an action-thriller centered around Israeli anti-terror efforts from three decades ago. However, the film,…
Vacation Friends 2 (2023) — Movie Review
“Vacation Friends 2” had the opportunity to explore new comedic territories, given the open-ended nature of its predecessor. Instead, it opts for more of the same, proving to be even less enjoyable…
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah (2023) — Movie Review
Navigating the complexities of adolescence is a universal experience—fraught with fluctuating emotions towards friends, family, and oneself. This emotional labyrinth forms the backdrop of the film “You Are So Not Invited to…
Wayne Shorter: Zero Gravity (2023) — Movie Review
Over the span of six decades, Wayne Shorter didn’t just collect awards; he left an indelible mark on the jazz world. The extraordinary talent that he was, even jazz legends like Miles…
Untold: Johnny Football (2023) — Movie Review
“Untold: Johnny Football” offers a narrative that stands in stark contrast to the recent Jake Paul documentary. Jake Paul meticulously curated and cultivated his rebellious image, thriving in the animosity it generated.…
Jules (2023) — Movie Review
In the movie “Jules,” the notion of older Americans grappling with technology and solitude takes center stage. However, the twist here involves an encounter with an alien being. It is set in…
Gran Turismo (2023) — Movie Review
In Neill Blomkamp’s sports drama “Gran Turismo,” the film teases its audience by nearly touching the realms of cinematic brilliance. However, it pulls away, settling for crowd-pleasing thrills over narrative depth and…