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Movie Review – The Vigil (2019)
The Vigil (2019) review. An intensely creepy story based on the Jewish myth of the dybbuk. But don’t expect too much action from it.
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Asian Movie Review – Kabukicho Love Hotel (さよなら歌舞伎町)
Kabukicho Love Hotel movie review. A captivating look at the workings of Japanese love hotels, but with storylines too simplistic to be meaningful.
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Movie Review – Pinocchio (2019)
Pinocchio (2019) review. An ultra-realistic, faithful retelling of the beloved story. One that is also at its best during the most bizarre moments.
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Movie Review – The Empty Man
The Empty Man movie review. Feels and looks promising with its opening chapter, but eventually as hollow as its name.
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Asian Movie Review – Soul Snatcher (赤狐书生)
Soul Snatcher (赤狐书生) review. This Chinese fantasy movie is snazzy and hi-tech, but let down by mediocre acting and an over-ambitious story.
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Movie Review – The Croods: A New Age
The Croods: A New Age review. Hysterical, nonsensical, and indulgent. An utter delight to watch for both children and adults alike.
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Movie Review – Synchronic
Synchronic movie review. Suspenseful in the first half, with a high-brow concept. But overall, rather lacking in tension and drama.
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Movie Review – Freaky (2020)
Freaky (2020) movie review. This Blumhouse tribute to the slasher genre is hilarious, outrageously fun, and one helluva acting showcase for Vince Vaughn.
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Movie Review – The Witches (2020)
The Witches (2020) review. Other than an enthusiastic performance by Anne Hathaway, this Dahl classic adaptation lacks any true magic.
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Asian Movie Review – The Battle Wizard (天龍八部)
Bizarre is the word you’d keep thinking of when watching Shaw Brothers’ The Battle Wizard. The Battle Wizard (天龍八部) Synopsis Based on the first story arc...
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Movie Review – Wonder Woman 1984
Wonder Woman 1984 review. A classic story about desire and consequences, spectacularly brought to life by top-notch acting and direction.
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Movie Review – Monster Hunter
Monster Hunter movie review. Even for fans of the games, this mindless thrasher might well fall short of expectations.
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Movie Review – Pixar’s Soul
Pixar’s soul movie review. A truly heartfelt examination of what it means to live, and a great way to end or start a year with.
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Movie Review – It (2017)
It (2017) movie review. Like the book and tv series, this is all about Pennywise the Clown, and not about the story or surprises.
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Movie Review – Kingsman: The Golden Circle
Kingsman: The Golden Circle movie review. It borders on overkill, but it’s also 141 minutes of hysterical, over-the-top indulgence.
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Movie Review – Death Note (2017)
Death Note (2017) movie review. It works hard. But this remake still needs its name written in Ryuk's infamous Death Note.
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Movie Review – Paddington 2
Paddington 2 movie review. What is it about a genial, talking bear with British manners that’s so delightful and irresistible?
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Movie Review – Murder on the Orient Express (2017 Film)
Murder on the Orient Express (2017 Film) movie review. Modern, glitzy, with a wonderful Poirot. But low on the whodunit flavour.
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Movie Review – Coco
Coco movie review. A visually stunning reminder that Pixar, despite ups and downs, is still the supreme master of animated storytelling.
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Classic Horror Movie Review – Apt Pupil
Apt Pupil movie review. Even if you dislike the story changes, you can still enjoy this adaptation for its splendid acting.
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Movie Review – Justice League (2017)
Justice League (2017) movie review. It's overstuffed, but hey, it's still the first real big screen outing for the Superfriends!
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Movie Review – The Lego Ninjago Movie
Movie review of The Lego Ninjago Movie. Lighthearted entertainment for kids. Probably monotonous and repetitive for adult viewers.
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Movie Review – Blade Runner 2049
Blade Runner 2049 movie review. For a Philip Dick fan like me, it's a befitting and worthy sequel to the 1982 philosophical masterpiece.
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Movie Review – Jigsaw (2017 Movie)
Movie review of Jigsaw (2017 Movie). A homage to the best moment of the Saw franchise. A story utterly predictable for Saw and Jigsaw fans.
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Movie Review – Baby Driver
Baby Driver movie review. Sleek and stylish, if impossibly romantic. It's a movie all about looking good and sounding great.
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Asian Movie Review – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable Chapter 1
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable Chapter 1 movie review. A valiant effort ultimately strangled by terrible pacing.
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