In “One Battle After Another,” director Paul Thomas Anderson delivers a unique take on action with a strong cast led by Leonardo DiCaprio, showcasing humor amidst serious themes. With a hefty budget, the film impresses with its engaging score, fluid action sequences, and well-developed performances, despite uneven tone in certain aspects.
It’s like Christmas Morning for movie fans. I woke up early and had to wait around anxiously until I was given the OK to get my day started. But instead of presents under the tree, we get our names of who will be up for Academy Awards this year. There were few surprises, a few… Continue reading 2018 Oscar Nominations and Reactions
Steven Soderbergh has faked retirement a handful of times, so here’s hoping Daniel Day-Lewis follows in his path. “Phantom Thread” is the latest film from writer-director Paul Thomas Anderson (his first since 2014’s “Inherent Vice”) and actor Daniel Day-Lewis (his first performance since 2012’s “Lincoln”); the pair previously worked together on “There Will Be Blood.”… Continue reading Well-Acted and Haunting, ‘Phantom Thread’ May Not Be for Everyone
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