At the beginning of the year, I set a goal for myself to go full completist on potential contenders for next year's Animated Feature Oscar race. I've tried several times to finish the whole list, but I've invariably missed some titles that had limited runs or which weren't even screened in Los Angeles at all, … Continue reading DownStream – June Toons
Right off the bat, I should apologize for the relative lateness of this month's column. Today, April 5, is the first day of the month for new theatrical releases, and typically I have this piece out well in advance of that. However, two variables came into play that I did not expect. One is that … Continue reading This Film is Not Yet Watchable – April 2024
Arguably the most formulaic of film genres, it's rare when a romantic comedy reaches for something beyond the conventions of the style. Attractive people have a meet-cute, fall in love, have some third act conflict, and then reconcile for their version of a "happily ever after." There are plenty of movies that work within this … Continue reading Nigh Fidelity – Shortcomings
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