Jeffrey Wright really is one of our more consistent working actors, it’s high-time we get him the Oscar nomination he deserves. “American Fiction” is based on the 2001 novel “Erasure,” and tells the story of an academic (Jeffrey Wright) who, frustrated with what passes for successful topical literature, writes an ironic and stereotypical novel about… Continue reading ‘American Fiction’ Review: A Funny and Warm Satire
For a superhero who is on his seventh actor portraying the character, it’s impressive that they’re still finding new ways to depict the Dark Knight. “The Batman” is a reboot of the titular hero, with Robert Pattinson taking over the role from Ben Affleck. The film follows Batman in his second year of crime fighting… Continue reading ‘The Batman’ Review: A Sprawling and Grim Superhero Mystery
Kind of crazy to think about it, but Daniel Craig’s tenure as James Bond (2006-2021) lasted longer than Robert Downey Jr.’s as Iron Man (2008-2019). “No Time to Die” is the 25th installment in the long-running James Bond franchise, and features Daniel Craig in his fifth and final outing as the titular spy, this time… Continue reading ‘No Time to Die’ Review: Latest James Bond Film Is Very Much a Mixed Bag
They say all good things must end. In the case of the “Hunger Games” franchise, the mediocre must finish, as well. “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2” (gosh, that is a pain to type) is the fourth and final film in the “Hunger Games” franchise (until they decide to give it a prequel/sequel/reboot, because,… Continue reading ‘Hunger Games’ Saga Ends on a Whimper With ‘Mockingjay – Part 2’
The Reel Deal 