Movie Reviews

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“Nosferatu” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Nosferatu” - Film Review

Nosferatu (2024) is much like Count Orlok’s castle. It’s a magnificent piece of visual artistry shrouded in a cold emptiness that cannot be ignored.

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“A Complete Unknown” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“A Complete Unknown” - Film Review

The times may be a-changin’, but A Complete Unknown follows the familiar beats of a biopic that doesn’t shake the establishment in the way its subject is so famous for doing.

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“Flow” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Flow” - Film Review

Flow is an emotional rollercoaster that runs the gamut of the human condition through the eyes of a cat.

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“Get Away” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Get Away” - Film Review

Get Away subverts expectations to make a lively dark comedy, but one that falls apart if you try to make sense of it.

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“You Are Not Me” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“You Are Not Me” - Film Review

There’s a cruelty to You Are Not Me that’s initially hidden by its holiday setting, but that becomes apparent once the true intentions of this family get-together are revealed. The film makes the case for more familial drama-thrillers to be set around the holidays and redefines what it means to be a “Christmas movie.”

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“Sweethearts” - MAX Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Sweethearts” - MAX Film Review

Sweethearts may not single-handedly bring back the wave of ’90s romantic comedies, but is close to that essence. The sort of warm, comedic version of hot chocolate, sure to warm the coldest heart on a Thanksgiving night.

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“Wicked” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Wicked” - Film Review

Wicked had the opportunity to bring back the days of the classic Hollywood musical, but it gets a little lost without the yellow brick road.

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“Lake George” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Lake George” - Film Review

We’ve all seen a reluctant duo trying to start a new life while on the run from some vaguely described bad guys, and Lake George follows the expected beats. It’s Whigham and Coon who make the difference.

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“Armand” - Norway 2024 Oscar Submission
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Armand” - Norway 2024 Oscar Submission

Armand is a thriller that didn’t realize it had the necessary ingredients for a tense chamber piece without relying on surreal interludes to up an ante that was already high.

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“Maria” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Maria” - Film Review

Maria is one last, beautiful look at the woman who spent years in the spotlight, and her desire to find her peace.

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“Blitz” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Blitz” - Film Review

We are doomed to repeat what we cannot learn from, and there is much within Blitz that is all-too-relevant today.

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“Gladiator II” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Gladiator II” - Film Review

Gladiator II doesn’t need to scream “are you not entertained” because it knows we are. Gladiator II delivers exactly what you want from a blockbuster.

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“Samson” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Samson” - Film Review

Even if all of the wrinkles aren’t ironed out, Samson is a creative exploration of toxic relationships and the ways we can free ourselves for a better life. 

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“Juror #2” - Film Review
Tina Kakadelis Tina Kakadelis

“Juror #2” - Film Review

Juror #2 is an updated and expanded take on 12 Angry Men. While not as tightly paced as the 1950s classic, Juror #2 belongs to a bygone era and its return is more than welcome.

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