Week In, Week Out
Weekly collections of five mini-reviews capturing a wide range of films—old and new, obscure and iconic. A personal film journal in snapshots, offering quick, insightful takes on whatever’s been on the screen lately.
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Movies of the Week #24 (2024)
Netflix’s “How to Rob a Bank” tells the story of Scott Scurlock, a notorious bank robber. While it introduces Scurlock in an interestingly unpredictable way, the film fails to fully explore the complex effects of crime. “Am I OK?” offers a poignant yet optimistic depiction of friendship amidst life changes. “Bad Boys: Ride or Die”… Read more
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Movies of the Week #23 (2024)
“Tangerine” (2015) and “Umberto D.” (1952) portray solitude and sacrifice, garnering critical acclaim. “Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel” (2009) delivers a warm narrative despite flaws. “Bad Boys” (1995) falls short due to a convoluted plot, contrasting with the promising but lackluster “Boy Kills World” (2024). Each film has distinct qualities and shortcomings. Read more
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Movies of the Week #22 (2024)
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024): It was always going to be a challenge to compare favorably to what is a near perfect movie (i.e. Fury Road). George Miller returns to his universe with pomp and circumstance, but in spite of moments of inspiration and grandeur, it lacks the sheer electric energy of Fury Road.… Read more
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Movies of the Week #21 (2024)
The content covers several movie reviews, with a mixture of positive and negative sentiments. “Radio Days” is praised for its warmth but not entirely captivating. “Returning to Monkey Island” is appreciated by a fan but could have appealed more to a wider audience. “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is enjoyable but falls short… Read more
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Movies of the Week #20 (2024)
A tennis-themed movie, “Challengers (2024),” directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Josh O’Connor, Zendaya, and Mike Faist, presents an ambiguous love triangle. “The Last Stop in Yuma County (2023)” is a Western heist film with a nostalgic vibe, and “The Fall Guy (2024)” offers fun and spectacular action starring Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling. “Roland… Read more
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Movies of the Week #19 (2024)
Late Night with the Devil (2023) is a stylish film that explores the golden age of possession and its relation to consumerism and media brainwashing. Buzzard (2014) follows Marty Jackitansky’s unconventional life and finds purpose in his character’s purposelessness. Funny Pages (2022) depicts the fringes of society through a young cartoonist’s story, and You’ll Never… Read more
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Movies of the Week #18 (2024)
The Iron Claw (2023) is a lengthy biopic about the van Erich wrestling family, balancing tragedy and artistry. Vermines (2023) is a harrowing spider horror with social commentary. Vicious Fun (2020) is a solid slasher film, though playing it safe. Pinball (2022) features a strong start but loses impact. Love Lies Bleeding (2024) starts strong… Read more
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Movies of the Week #17 (2024)
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010): I’m surprised this is only the second (okay, third) time I’m writing about the Pilgrim. Judging by my boast of having watched it six or seven times, seven years and seven evil exes ago, this means I must have gone above the single digits since. What I have noticed… Read more
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Movies of the Week #16 (2024)
“La chimera (2023)” is a slow, but beautiful movie set in the 1980s, depicting the reconciliation of past and present. With a foreigner’s perspective and a romantic, anti-establishment vibe, it’s a cinephile’s delight. “Civil War (2024)” by Alex Garland offers a fresh take on a hypothetical American civil war, featuring a distinguished cast and memorable… Read more
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Movies of the Week #15 (2024)
Summary: The Pigeon Tunnel (2023) is a captivating documentary about John le Carré, portraying his engaging storytelling. Monkey Man (2024) offers energetic action but feels generic. Good Grief (2023) presents a minor melodrama with likability issues. The First Omen (2024) delivers a coherent, atmospheric origin story. The Beautiful Game (2024) evolves from clichés to touching… Read more
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Movies of the Week #14 (2024)
“The Zone of Interest” by Jonathan Glazer brings a fresh perspective to a Holocaust drama by portraying Rudolf Höss’s family life. Ramy Youssef’s stand-up special “More Feelings” addresses political tensions and intertwines family and romance. “Scrambled” offers humor and poignancy but falters in the final act. “Immaculate” explores women’s rights but lacks depth. Read more
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Movies of the Week #13 (2024)
The movie “Gloria Bell” is a compelling remake that resonates strongly, with Julianne Moore delivering an exceptional performance. “Infinity Baby” explores a unique concept but falls short in fully developing its ideas. “Big Trouble in Little China” offers entertaining absurdity, led by Kurt Russell. “Tigru” captures the tension of a town chasing a loose tiger,… Read more
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