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A Quiet Place (2018) Movie Review
John Krasinski’s “A Quiet Place” is a film that is designed to engage the audience in a game of tension and fear. It is a movie that will have you on the edge of your seat, as it makes you an active participant in the unfolding horror, rather than just a passive observer. The film's tight script, co-written by Bryan Woods and Scott Beck, wastes no time in introducing us to the main characters, a family struggling to survive in a recently-post-apocalyptic world.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Fatherhood (2022) Movie Review
“Fatherhood” is a movie based on the true story of Matthew Logelin, a single father who raises his daughter after his wife, Liz, dies suddenly. The film stars Kevin Hart as Logelin and is directed by Paul Weitz, co-written by Weitz and Dana Stevens. The movie tries to address several issues, including the challenges of single parenthood, work-life balance, gender-based clothing, and lack of support groups for single fathers. However, the film ultimately falls short in delivering a meaningful exploration of these topics.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Father of the Bride (2022) Movie Review
A wise person once told me that while funerals bring out the best in people, weddings bring out the worst. Conflicts about traditions, awkward encounters with new family members, and an endless list of wedding-related events can make weddings a source of stress. However, these same experiences make for relatable and entertaining movies. Edward Streeter's novel, which has been adapted into several movies, explores the social chaos, soaring costs, guest list debates, and bittersweet emotions that come with a daughter's wedding. The focus is on the father, who must grapple with his changing place in the world as he sees his daughter make her own choices and choose someone else to be the most important man in her life.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
The Traitors UK
A few weeks ago, I reviewed the US edition of The Traitors, a new show on Peacock that I enjoyed quite a bit. There have been several iterations of the show from various countries, and Peacock is now offering the UK and Australian versions as well. This past week, I binged my way through the UK’s take on the show, wonderfully hosted by Claudia Winkleman, and found it just as much fun as the US version was.
By Kriselda Gray3 years ago in Geeks
Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) Movie Review
In the new film “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” written and directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, we are introduced to Evelyn Wang, the owner of a laundromat who is under audit by the IRS. The film takes us on a journey through the multiverse, where Evelyn discovers metaphysical wisdom and questions everything she thought she knew about her life, her failures, and her love for her family. Michelle Yeoh delivers a virtuoso performance as Evelyn, showcasing her wide range of talents, from martial arts skills to superb comic timing and the ability to excavate endless depths of rich human emotion.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
The Good Neighbor (2022) Movie Review
Stephan Rick’s “The Good Neighbor” is a thriller that has been a part of his portfolio on both the big and small screens. The film is a remake of his 2011 German-language debut feature of the same title. The story remains largely untouched; however, the setting has changed to Latvia, presumably for financing reasons. The revamp of the film is easily digestible due to the competent performances and slick veneer. However, one wishes that Rick had placed more emphasis on Hitchcockian suspense, rather than trusting the slow-moving tale would hold us via plot and character complexities that really aren’t particularly evident.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Hacksaw Ridge (2016) Movie Review
Mel Gibson’s “Hacksaw Ridge” is a movie that presents a conflict of interest between its moral and religious beliefs and the violence it showcases on-screen. The movie, which tells the story of Desmond T. Doss, a U.S Army corporal and conscientious collaborator during World War II, offers a narrative of two halves. The first half, which focuses on Doss’s upbringing and his decision to join the army, is shot in a creamy, Norman Rockwell style and channels the majestic squareness of a John Ford family drama. The second half is set in the Battle of Okinawa, where Doss rescued 75 fellow infantrymen, and it is a bloody and explosive display of violence that tries to one-up the D-Day sequence in "Saving Private Ryan."
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Fall (2022) Movie Review
Scott Mann’s latest horror film, “Fall,” belongs to the trapped horror subgenre, much like “The Shallows” and “Open Water.” However, Mann and co-writer Jonathan Frank take a unique approach, setting their film thousands of feet in the air rather than in the middle of deep water. While the concept is clever and initially creates a tense atmosphere that should be avoided by anyone with even the mildest vertigo, the execution ultimately falls short. Ineffective acting, editing, and other technical choices all contribute to this film being a misfire. Instead of crashing to earth, it simply drifts off into the forgettable air of film history.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Nope (2022) Movie Review
Jordan Peele’s “Nope” has been one of the most anticipated movies of recent times, with the hype machine building up months before the official release. While details of the movie have been kept under wraps, it is known that Peele has once again pushed the envelope of genre blending and storytelling with his newest creation. In this article, we will examine the film's premise, its cast of characters, and some of the thematic elements it explores.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
The Beasts (2022) Movie Review
The opening scene of The Beasts introduces us to a French couple, Antoine and Olga, who move to a picturesque but decaying hamlet in Galicia, Spain. They dream of farming and living a simple life, away from the hustle and bustle of city living. However, their decision to vote against a wind turbine proposal sets them on a very different path.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Unwelcome (2023) Movie Review
Fairies, those tiny creatures of myth and legend, are often portrayed as cute and friendly in modern media, but their original depictions were quite different. They were demanding, bossy, and mischievous. They would abduct babies and wreak havoc on people's lives if they weren't appeased just right. In the horror film "Unwelcome," directed by Jon Wright, these original fairy myths are explored in a mashup of horror and comedy. Maya and Jamie, a young couple from London, move to a remote town in Northern Ireland after a traumatic experience. There, they encounter an older woman who demands they leave out food for the "little people," or the far darrig, the "redcap" fairies. They ignore the warning signs and hire the Whelan family to work on their house, only to find themselves in a hostile and dangerous situation.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (2023) Movie Review
Guy Ritchie’s “Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre” features a star-studded cast, exotic international locations, and a high-speed chase for a MacGuffin with potentially world-ending consequences. Despite all these elements, the film falls flat due to its lack of stakes and eccentricity. While Ritchie’s previous works were known for their nonlinear structures, witty dialogue, and quirky characters, “Operation Fortune” lacks these trademark elements, leaving the audience feeling strangely empty.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
