LUTHER: NEVER TOO MUCH Luther Vandross is a singer I don't know much about, and that is the appeal of this documentary for me. Luther: Never Too Much covers the journey of this legendary artist, starting from his childhood talent all the way to his global success. It dives into his collaborations, influences, personality, his …
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TCFF 2024 Reviews: dramedy ‘A Little Family Drama’ + horror thriller ‘The Activated Man’
A LITTLE FAMILY DRAMA Movies frequently highlight dysfunctional families to explore the intricacies of human relationships, and the chaos within families can make for some great comedy. That is the premise of A Little Family Drama by writer/director Nadia Zoe, which centers on the multi-generational Mexican American family, the Sepulvedas. The story revolves around a …
Twin Cities Film Fest countdown: 10 must-see DOCUMENTARIES to watch at TCFF 2024
The Twin Cities Film Fest (TCFF) arrives in TWO DAYS, that is Thursday, October 17th. Though we got a bit of a frost happening in some parts of the cities, we're getting a bit of Summer-like weather just in time for this fall's film festivities, with temps in the 70s and perhaps even hitting close …
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FlixChatter Review: THE OUTRUN (2024) – Saoirse Ronan superbly portrays a woman battling addiction in this year’s hidden gem
Saoirse Ronan is an actress I’d watch in pretty much anything. That’s the main appeal of The Outrun for me. I don’t usually go for addiction films simply because Hollywood has a history of glamorizing drug and alcohol use as a way to enjoy life, often hiding the harsh truths of addiction. Although some movies …
FlixChatter Review: MY OLD ASS (2024) – Maisy Stella + Aubrey Plaza have a nice chemistry in this coming-of-age comedy with a sci-fi twist
Directed by: Megan Park Starring: Maisy Stella, Percy Hines White, Maddie Ziegler, Kerrice Brooks, Aubrey Plaza Fantasy dramedy My Old Ass is actress turned director Megan Park’s second full feature after the critically acclaimed The Fallout (2021). 18-year-old Elliott (Maisy Stella), a spirited young Canadian adult about to enter college and semi-independence, is eager to …
SEPTEMBER viewing recap + Mini Reviews + Movie Of the Month
Happy October, everyone! Remember I said 'buh bye Summer' in my last post? Well, as it turns out, September was pretty much a carbon copy of August, temps were so hot up until yesterday (mid-80s Fahrenheit!) that I put off updating my closet to Fall wardrobe, ahah. I am looking forward to Fall movies, so …
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FlixChatter Review: LEE (2024) – Kate Winslet is fierce as the model-turned-wartime photographer Lee Miller
In a sea of biopics, LEE is one I’ve been looking forward to this year. I’m mildly familiar with the subject matter, Lee Miller, an American fashion model turned war photographer whose photos became one of the most significant contributions to WWII archives. Kate Winslet’s passion project, which she co-produced and even partly funded herself, …
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