It's a tradition for me to catch a Danish film at MSPIFF. Back in 2021, I checked out the dark comedy Riders of Justice, which is both written and directed by Anders Thomas Jensen, featuring Mads Mikkelsen in the lead role. The concept of The Last Viking sets the stage for some hilarious moments, while …
Tag: dark comedy
MSPIFF 2026 Review: The Christophers (2026) – Ian McKellen + Michaela Cole form an unlikely bond in Soderbergh’s witty dark comedy
Steven Soderbergh is one of the best and most prolific directors of modern cinema, effortlessly transitioning between genres. Presence and Black Bag are two of my favorites from last year, and this versatile filmmaker moves from crafting a family ghost tale and a spy caper to a dark comedy centered on an aging artist. Ian …
Guest Review: How to Make a Killing (2026) – Powell is good as an everyman type protagonist, but it’s Qualley & Henwick who delivered killer performances
Hollywood is desperate to find their next big superstar to lead big blockbuster films. The current crop of super stars are getting older; many of them are already in their 50s and 60s. They have been trying to turn actors and actresses into super stardom for almost two decades now, and so far, only a …
FlixChatter Review: The Family
Oh boy, where do I begin. Honestly, I dreaded writing this review. At first glance, the premise seems like it has potential. A mafia boss and his family under the witness protection program are relocated to a sleepy town in France for snitching on the mob. Even under the surveillance of CIA Agent Stansfield and …
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