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Bohemian Rhapsody.

October 23, 2018

If, indeed, the intent of this bio-pic is to chronicle the events that led to Queen and Freddie Mercury’s legendary performance at Live Aid, well, I guess the goal has been met. The movie, as it is, is fine. But it could have been so much more.

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First Man

October 10, 2018

It’s a puzzle how a film with so many admirable parts can, for me, not come together.

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A Star is Born.

October 3, 2018

Bradley Cooper has a lot to say in this effective, beautifully made movie.

Life Itself.

September 17, 2018

Wait: What????

I have seen Dan Fogelman’s talky, mawkish melodrama and I have questions.

All About Nina

September 12, 2018

In what is billed as a romantic comedy, Mary Elizabeth Winstead breaks your heart.

Colette

September 12, 2018

Unlike its heroine, this costume drama is perfectly content to have you snuggle up and be entertained.