Nearly 60 years after the movie, the National Theatre decided to bring Dr. Strangelove to the stage. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to attend the play, but at least I saw the film version — and I really liked it. Sean Foley, the director, gave the play a fresh look by adding musical elements that allowed the actors and scenery to
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When I found out that Cate Blanchett would be performing in The Seagull, I knew without a doubt that I had to see it. I queued up on the first day tickets were available and managed to secure my spot. As the cast lineup grew stronger with the additions of Tom Burke, Emma Corrin, Jason Watkins, Tanya Reynolds, and others,
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I decided to write a review for an older movie since this film made me delve into the history of Derby County and turned me into a fan of both the team and Michael Sheen. Now that I’ve confessed my subjectivity, I’ll try to be as objective as I can. The Damned United (2009), directed by Tom Hooper and based
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We previously highlighted “Midsommar” as one of the best movies for 2019. Now it’s time to write a movie review about it. “Midsommar,” directed by Ari Aster, is a visually stunning and deeply exploration of grief, lonileness, trauma, and the sinister side of human nature. Set against the backdrop of a remote Swedish village during their midsummer festival, the film
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Like last year, we’re highlighting our favorite films from the competition section of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Last year, we featured “Anatomie d’une chute,” which not only won the Golden Phoenix but also enjoyed a successful award season, ultimately reaching the Oscars and winning Best Original Screenplay award. This year, a fierce battle is expected between Francis Ford Coppola’s
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Is it worse not to find happiness or to find it and not be able to handle it? In the charming and offbeat romantic comedy “Ode to Joy,” Martin Freeman shines as Charlie, a man with a rare condition that causes him to pass out when he experiences strong emotions, particularly joy. This unique premise sets the stage for a
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