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REVIEW: Prisoners (2013)

October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 Grant Watson

Denis Villeneuve received a lot of attention for his science fiction films Arrival and Blade Runner 2049, and anticipation for his upcoming adaptation of Dune is at a fever-pitch. It’s his 2013 thriller Prisoners, however, which best showcases his strong directorial talent. Without the benefit of those other … Continue reading REVIEW: Prisoners (2013)

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REVIEW: The Equalizer (2014)

September 28, 2020 Grant Watson

Loosely adapting the popular television series, The Equalizer reunites star Denzel Washington with his Training Day director Antoine Fuqua. If only the result was half as engaging as that film. In truth, The Equalizer is a lazy and overly padded bore. Washington plays … Continue reading REVIEW: The Equalizer (2014)

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