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REVIEW: House of Gucci (2021)

April 1, 2022 Grant Watson

House of Gucci is, I think, a movie in conflict with itself. On the one hand it is a glorious work of glossy trash: obscenely rich families fighting one another over control of the family business, eccentric cousins, disapproving fathers, television … Continue reading REVIEW: House of Gucci (2021)

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REVIEW: Eternals (2021)

November 2, 2021November 2, 2021 Grant Watson

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been knocking around for some thirteen years now, and this week sees the release of its 26th theatrical film. It is an enormous element in pop culture, not just in the USA where the films … Continue reading REVIEW: Eternals (2021)

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REVIEW: The Hitman’s Bodyguard (2017)

October 9, 2020 Grant Watson

When progressive or experimental films make unexpected breakthroughs in how to tell stories on screen, they are rightfully praised. Sometimes, however, it worth stepping back and also acknowledging quality mainstream work: films that do not reinvent or transform anything, but … Continue reading REVIEW: The Hitman’s Bodyguard (2017)

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REVIEW: Like a Boss (2020)

January 23, 2020 Grant Watson

Mel (Rose Byrne) and Mia (Tiffany Haddish), friends since childhood, operate their own makeup business. With the bills piling up, they likely have six months left before going out of business. When world-famous cosmetics tycoon Claire Luna (Salma Hayek) arrives … Continue reading REVIEW: Like a Boss (2020)

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