I feel as if I’ve been keeping a surprise from you for a very long time. Because, for some crazy reason, this completely delicious treat, which played to raves at film festivals over a year ago, is just hitting theaters and Netflix. It’s been worth the wait.
I’m all for origin stories that make sense intellectually, and this one does. But shouldn’t it make sense emotionally, too? Because for all the impressive parts in this chapter, it just doesn’t feel anywhere near as furiously awesome as its Fury Road predecessor.
This is a movie that loves action. And stunt people. And romantic comedies. This is a movie that just plain loves movies. And resistance, my friends, is futile.
Scores major points for its sweaty style, but this tennis triangle could have won it all had we felt more was on the line.
In his follow-up to the masterful first chapter, director Denis Villeneuve barrels through a complex story line to offer a visual feast, serving up one of the most jaw dropping cinematic events in years.
Juliette Binoche meticulously creating the Frenchest of French meals in the rustic kitchen of an Impressionist era estate? Yes, Chef!
This poignant Nordic drama may not unearth much new ground, but, for those looking for a good, old school Western, this one delivers on its promise.
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