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12/30/2024

“Mufasa: The Lion King”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 3 / 5
Entertainment Value: 3 / 5
Grade: “See It”

I love these characters. The OG “Lion King” is classic in every sense of the word, whether we’re discussing songs, animation, or voice work. Disney has spent every “Lion King” project since trying to wring as much lightning as possible out of that same bottle.

…and then came the “live-action remake” thing that Disney is doing. The animals were made with some of the most realistic CG to date…and yet they looked and moved lifelessly. The songs didn’t hit the same. All it made me do was wish to see the OG again - or at least rewatch the superior broadway show.

“Mufasa: The Lion King” is better than the last film. The animals have more personality. It’s an “original” story within the “Lion King” world, and it tells the tale of a legendary Disney character. I mostly enjoyed it, but you all know me by now: there are some issues I have to get off my chest.

“Mufasa” is framed by Rafiki regaling Simba’s daughter, Kiara, with her grandfather’s life story. Timon and Pumba are thrown in because Disney doesn’t seem to trust that we will understand what’s happening. Mufasa’s story is beautiful and to keep cutting back to Rafiki, Kiara, Timon and Pumba just upset me. This narrative angle was 100% unnecessary.

And that brings me to my final issue: Lin-Manuel Miranda. He will always have good grace from me. These new songs attempted to mirror the original songs in tone, but also added some pop elements with catchiness. All the songs have African flavor, which is commendable, but they don’t hit. I’m not sure if it was because the animals are largely expressionless, or because the voice actors have average singing voices. Something was missed here.

I believe “Mufasa: The Lion King” is worth a look. It’s a story worth telling and a story worth watching. I just wish they would have told it in a different manner and trusted the audience to make the right connections.

12/30/2024

“Nosferatu”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 5 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “See It”

If anyone can make something vile and decrepit also be stunning and beautiful, it’s Robert Eggers. He has an uncanny knack for presenting unnatural and disturbing imagery in an artistic way. It’s his trademark, along with his need for time period authenticity. “Nosferatu” increases his streak of successful visions to 4 films now. It doesn’t look like he’ll be slowing down any time soon.

The OG “Nosferatu” film is based on the original “Dracula” novel, so there is plenty of overlap. Keen eyes will notice the homage to both projects, which makes the current “Nosferatu” kind of its own thing. The cinematography is immaculate and the scenes are washed in dreary blues and greys - almost like a fog (or black and white film *wink*). It makes the warm colors of fire and sunlight stand out all the more. The sound is just as good if you’ve ever wanted to know what a vampire slurping blood (or breathing) actually sounds like.

The acting is superb, with a special shoutout going to Lily-Rose Depp. She inhabits so many emotions, with hysterical outbursts and possession-like trances punching through the eternal sadness of her character. Willem Dafoe is effective as an occult expert, while Bill Skarsgard paints an ominous performance as Count Orlok, the titular character. Though he’s often draped in shadows, this vampire is one of the most menacing horror villains in recent memory.

Robert Eggers uses the mythos of the vampire to discuss the ideas of madness, obsession, and depression. How it affects those afflicted by it and the ones who love them…or at least how it was handled in the 1800’s. His filmmaking approach can be a love it or hate it affair, but when this much care and craft are involved in a film, I can only offer support and give recommendations. It’s a slow burn of a film but it burns bright and it burns hot.

12/22/2024

“Sonic the Hedgehog 3”

Production Value: 4 / 5
Artistic Value: 3 / 5
Entertainment Value: 5 / 5
Grade: “See It”

“Sonic 3” is an absolute blast.

The first 2 films were cute enough. They paid homage to a video game icon and they really nailed the spirit of the character. When you add Jim Carrey and give him Will Ferrell levels of creative freedom, magic happens. His portrayal of Dr. Robotnik / Eggman is some of his best material.

Sonic 3 introduces Shadow the Hedgehog (and a few others I won't spoil here). The film begins with a childish energy that's almost TOO saccharine. A shift happens about one-third into the story that cracks this egg open. Sonic 3 becomes a wacked out “we don't care because we're having fun” comedy. It was the most pleasant of surprises.

If I wasn't laughing so much I'd say the shift was jarring.

Carrey is once again the secret sauce here…and the development of the Tails, Sonic and Knuckles trio. The cartoons strike a great balance of brave, stupid, and sweet.

“Sonic 3” comes highly recommended. It leans more towards fulfilling the children's needs, so expect a kid's movie. It also has tons of references to past games. Don't be surprised if you feel like you're sitting in front of your SegaGenesis again.

The old heads will catch that reference.

12/14/2024

“The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 4 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “See It”

As a lifelong anime enthusiast and fantasy lover, I could only meet the news of “Rohirrim” with anticipation. News that it fits snugly within Peter Jackson's vision of Tolkien only made that news even better.

Now that it's here I can recommend it, though it's not without its issues.

It focuses on a character unnamed in Tolkien lore. She is called Hera and she is the son of Helm Hammerhand of Rohan. The story is essentially how Helm's Deep earned its name, 183 years before the Fellowship begins.

Now to pick some nits. I love anime for its boldness and dynamic presentation. “Rohirrim” is toned down to fit the aesthetic of the LOTR films. It's a great representation of how beautiful anime can be, but it doesn't possess many of the traits that give me what I want. It's not very kinetic and the animation isn't framed consistently. This could easily have been live action and it might have felt a little more epic.

I don't see a real need for an anime presentation other than maybe the novelty. It was even animated for the English language judging by the lip sync.

“War of the Rohirrim” was fast tracked to keep the rights to the LOTR IP. At least the project is high quality, even if it's completely unnecessary. I don't see the Tolkien purists even giving this a chance (except spewing about it on Reddit). Anyone else who can take it for what it is may find themselves having a decent time.

12/05/2024

“Moana 2”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 3 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “See It”

“Moana” has a special place in the Disney vault. I consider it one of the most unique of their stories, and it plays a special part in uplifting an underrepresented culture. It has some great songs and some great characters.

Disney sequels are 50/50 for me. You want to see some of these characters again and again. Others not so much. It’s always about the money, whether there is more story to be told or not, right? “Moana 2” has more story to tell, but it doesn’t hold a candle to the original.

It feels like home to see the people of Motunui again. Characters like Moana, Hey Hey and Maui are some of Disney’s better characters lately. Unfortunately “Moana 2” is missing that same magic that the first one possessed. This new one feels like “another day in the life of” rather than an epic adventure with stakes. Remember when Disney cartoons got their own weekly series? It feels a lot like that. An episode. I realize that we’re never really losing any of these characters, but I would like to at least FEEL that we’re in danger of losing something…

…but these are the ramblings of an old movie critic. The target audience is children, and “Moana 2” covers its bases from that standpoint. The colors, characters and (lackluster) songs will all contribute to fun in the seats and the bottom line.

My personal hope is that they will find something more significant to say when they inevitably bring Moana back for round 3.

11/28/2024

“Gladiator II”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 3 / 5
Entertainment Value: 3 / 5
Grade: “Maybe A Matinee”

…and here we are. A project finally saved from the deepest of development hells. The sequel no one asked for and a movie no one needed: “Gladiator II”.

A few things stand out to me after watching this film. It turns out there IS a story remaining to be told in Ridley Scott's Roman Empire. I think the mistake is in how they decided to tell it.

You know you've dropped the ball when the political intrigue and machinations of the Senate are more interesting than the Gladiator battles. That's mostly due to Denzel Washington's portrayal as Macrinus. He's in a different movie than the other cast members (and he's having the most fun). It feels like he was green-screened in after the movie was complete.

Paul Mescal is serviceable as our new Gladiator, though his story arc is nearly IDENTICAL to Maximus’ adventure (with “Lion King” overtones - do what you will with that information).The focus on him versus Macrinus is egregious considering this fact. I feel they aimed to create a juxtaposition with the two characters. The only problem is that the new character is far more interesting.

Was “Gladiator II” entertaining? Yes.

Was it appropriately bloody and violent? Yes.

Should it have been called something other than “Gladiator”? Absolutely.

There were too many callbacks and too much recycled footage to justify full price to me. It's loud and brash and it's built for the theaters but do discount day or matinee at best…

…OR watch the original again. I promise you're not missing much.

11/25/2024

“Wicked Pt. 1”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 5 / 5
Entertainment Value: 5 / 5
Grade: “See It”

As someone who hasn’t read the “Wicked” book or seen the play, I had no idea what to expect out of this project. I just know the “Wicked” film had the largest ad campaign I think I’ve seen in years. One half of me felt relieved that a studio would push this hard in this business climate. The other half scared me “because hype”.

Sometimes things are popular because they are just THAT good.

I won’t sit here and say “Wicked” is a perfect film. It’s not. It just meets all of my grading criteria with flying colors. I tried NOT to give all 5’s but I see no reason to do that. All I ever ask of anything I sit and watch is CARE and CRAFT. This film gave me all of that. The sets were amazing with lots of practical elements. The CG was top tier. Costuming was impeccable. The singing and choreography were next level. I see no real glaring faults.

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are stunning as Glinda and Elphaba. The songs were sung live on set (as opposed to lip-synced), and there are moments that you can see the actors pushing to reach for their notes. They don’t always have grand expressions. Sometimes they tighten up a little bit, or stop moving. It adds a nice little detail to the film.

I was also shocked to see that this is actually “Wicked pt. 1”. I wasn’t aware they split the film. Once again I have no idea where the story is going to go from here. I have no idea which songs remain to be sung…and I like being in this space. I doubt I’ll stay here because now I want to see the play and compare notes. They’ve earned a ton of good will from me on this one. I expect nothing less than excellence for this second part, and I’m confident they’re going to deliver.

Highly, highly recommended.

11/21/2024

“Red One”

Production Value: 4 / 5
Artistic Value: 2 / 5
Entertainment Value: 3 / 5
Grade: “Maybe A Matinee”

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson plays Callum Drift, the head of ELF (Enforcement, Logistics and Fortification). He’s been in Santa’s detail for hundreds of years, but he’s considering retirement because he’s no longer able to see the good in people. There are too many people on the Naughty List these days. Santa’s brazen kidnapping forces him on one last mission before he leaves.

“Red One” is about Christmas spirit versus consumerism, and how ironic is it that “Red One” is the very thing that it’s railing against?

Mr. Johnson is still one of, if not THE, biggest box office draws these days. His strengths and weaknesses as a leading man haven’t changed. He’s not the actor that masters 10,000 roles. He’s the man that plays the same role 10,000 times. Your wallets should fear him, because he takes your money, but I digress…

Lucy Liu and Chris Evans round out the leads, and they’re serviceable though they’ve both been in roles that require more. The makeup work is high level while the CG is shaky at best. It looks like Amazon spent its budget on payroll, which brings me to my main point.

“Red One” is caught in a tight spot for me as an audience member. I would have thought this was super solid as a direct-to-streaming project. So solid that I probably would have said “Man…this could have been in the theaters!”. Seeing it in theaters first makes me feel that it could have been on Prime to begin with. It had some cool ideas and it even pulled some of them off, but any flights of fancy or moments of whimsy are met with the heavy thud of dumb action and PS4 graphics.

All that being said, I found it to be amusing. My family was entertained and they were kind enough to break their “no Christmas movies before Thanksgiving” rule so I wouldn’t have to watch this twice. I think “Red One” would be a decent addition to most of your holiday watch lists, but it’s not sniffing classic status.

11/18/2024

“A Real Pain”

Production Value: 3 / 5
Artistic Value: 5 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “See It”

There’s a lot of significance in the title of Jesse Eisenberg’s new project.

“A Real Pain” could refer to Kieran Culkin’s character, a troubled man who is dealing (rather ineffectively) with grief. He’s an impulsive stoner who seems to disregard social etiquette. Is it purposeful or not? It’s hard to say.

“A Real Pain” could refer to Eisenberg’s character, a straight laced guy who fights his OCD and struggles to understand his impulsive cousin.

This odd couple deals with their personal struggles in their own way. They take a trip to Poland to honor their late grandmother. The trip tests their relationship and makes them come to terms with their emotions as well as their history as the offspring of Holocaust survivors. What pain could be more real than the pain of a genocide?

My takeaway from this film is that all of it is real pain. All of it is valid. And it’s important that we face the source of our intense emotions and grapple with them, lest they overcome us. I feel it also shows that the presence of others can help US be the ones to overcome.

Eisenberg is in his bag on this one. His trademark quirky, nervously energetic delivery is on full display, but performed through an emotional lens. It works on a different level here. Meanwhile, Kieran Culkin delivers one of his strongest performances to date. The natural ease with which he slips into this character should nab him some nominations at the least. Both of these men are at the height of their creative powers and they elevate such a simple concept into a poignant take on loss and discovery. “A Real Pain” is somber, but not sad. I think the audience can find a little bit of themselves in this film and relate in a real way. Highly recommended.

11/14/2024

“Smile 2”

Production Value: 4 / 5
Artistic Value: 4 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “See It”

The “Smile” franchise is some of the best horror in recent memory. It has a strong message. The scares are (mostly) earned. It chooses to be disturbing instead of offering cheap PG-13 thrills. That's a path I don't mind following as a moviegoer.

This installment’s cursed one happens to be the biggest pop star on Earth. She's about to go on tour and she has to fight not only her internal demons, but a smiley faced external one as well. The situation sets up some inventive setpieces and bone chilling moments.

Director Parker Finn is as clever as they come. He builds on the foundation of the first film and ratchets up the sights and sounds to great effect. Even the theme of the first film is expanded. The demon is trauma incarnate, and what could be more traumatic than being in the public eye while dealing with intensely personal issues.

A friend of mine often says that celebrity is an unnatural situation. You are hoisted on a pedestal for no real reason, and then viciously torn down at the slightest mistake. I couldn't think of a better / worse place for the evil that “Smile” portrays to flourish.

These are great horror films, and I know we'll be getting another one, but I only want “Smile” to continue long enough to see the cycle finally broken. We know all too well that the ones who smile the most can be the most damaged on the inside. The more and more of these movies we get, the less power the message holds. Then it becomes just another monster movie. We have plenty of those.

We only have two “Smile” films and they are singular. Let's hope it remains that way.

11/12/2024

“The Penguin”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 4 / 5
Entertainment Value: 5 / 5
Grade: “Stream It” (Max)

“The Penguin” has achieved something that I never considered possible in the comic genre. It's one thing to take the Batman mythos and “ground” it like Christopher Nolan and his “Dark Knight” trilogy. It's another thing to strip the mythos of almost everything that makes it a comic book and not only pull it off, but ELEVATE the material. Matt Reeves and showrunner Lauren LeFranc have done just that.

Colin Farrell makes this show. Pure and simple. His transformation into Oz Cobb will be the stuff of make-up and acting legend, and there are Emmys and Golden Globes incoming. Guaranteed. I would be remiss if I didn't mention Cristin Milioti's performance as Sofia Falcone. She brings a simmering menace to her role that counterbalances Cobb's tactical cruelty.

There are two ways this particular “The Batman” franchise can go from here. They did a perfect job of maintaining the tone and the integrity of what they created with the first film. This truly feels like an extension of that project in every way. I don't know that you put the Penguin on a back burner for the sequel. It looks like he's now in direct opposition - or at the very least the source of Gotham's new troubles. I also don't know if you make a season 2 and potentially step on an all-timer of a project.

They have some tough choices to make. But judging by the results so far? I trust them to make the right ones. Imagine creating some of the best Batman content while keeping Batman himself to a minimum. Kudos all around.

11/11/2024

“Anora”

Production Value: 4 / 5
Artistic Value: 5 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “See It”

It’s no surprise that “Anora” snagged the Palme D’or at Cannes. I’ve watched countless movies over my lifetime and rarely do I see films this brazen and honest. That probably means I need to watch a few more, though that doesn’t mean “Anora” isn’t singular in its greatness.

“Anora”, both the film and the character, are many things. A dip into the shallow end reveals a drug and s*x-fueled “Pretty Woman”, updated for the social media age. The deep end is where it’s at though. That’s where writer / director Sean Baker upends your sensibilities and your expectations. The ride starts there. “Anora” submits that “good” people and “bad” people don’t always meet expectations. Paying attention to the surface of the water will distract you with reflections, until you can’t see what’s underneath. Withhold your judgments until you know them for who they are, and then realize that you shouldn’t be judging at all.

Mikey Madison plays Anora with a sizzling, go-for-broke energy. Awards and nominations are incoming. She is real and flawed. She is both strong and weak. She affects a nonchalant attitude due to being a s*x worker. There are no real emotions here, only transactions. Meeting the charming son of a Russian oligarch erodes her guard, which allows her a moment to dream of possibilities. The fairy tale is beautiful until it isn’t anymore.

I’m probably telling on myself here, but I had a judgemental view of everything I was seeing. I’d like to think it’s because it was fictional. I think it showed me my inward biases of people based on class, profession, nationality and even accent. The end of the film flips all of that in a masterful way. I was forced to face those biases and then empathy took hold. Everyone deserves happiness and no one deserves to be mistreated or devalued. Sean Baker’s raison d’etre is to champion marginalized people and tell their stories. I look forward to who he introduces us to next.

11/10/2024

“Conclave”

Production Value: 5 / 5
Artistic Value: 5 / 5
Entertainment Value: 5 / 5
Grade: “See It”

It’s been a long time since I’ve left a movie theater and felt not only exhilarated, but inspired. I’m going to come right out and say that “Conclave” might be the best film I’ve watched all year (thus far). Let me explain why.

You guys know that I always stress care and craft. There is an extremely impressive mastery of craft on display in this movie. Yes, the film touches on sensitive matters of power and religion. I am not Catholic so I expect that the film has deeper levels to reach in regards to the audience. That being said, everyone came to work on this one. The acting is nuanced when necessary and explosive when required. It was like watching jazz musicians trade fours. There’s a time to be front and center, and time to be in the pocket and provide backbeat. There is a smattering of humor. The photography employs the timeless frescoes of the Sistine Chapel to frame the actors with taste. Edward Berger continues his streak of superb direction. It gives everything that you expect out of a great film.

I didn’t sit down expecting a terrible movie - I rarely do that. I wasn’t prepared for how they fit a decent mystery with tension and suspense into a PG rating. I wasn’t prepared for how entertaining it was. The story, if taken at face value, has global implications while also feeling small, intimate and deeply personal… almost like a play.

A story about political machinations within a papal election might ruffle a few feathers, because what doesn’t these days? “Conclave” is so well-realized that I recommend that you see it on the strength of the ex*****on alone. THIS is how a great film is made, and I can’t imagine anyone who loves film as an art saying otherwise. Awards and nominations incoming.

11/05/2024

“Venom: The Last Dance”

Production Value: 4 / 5
Artistic Value: 2 / 5
Entertainment Value: 2 / 5
Grade: “No”

I’m a deep comic book head, but I’m not so much of a purist as other fans may be. I don’t need projects to honor source material. I just need projects to be good.

Sony’s Spider-Man Universe is everything that’s wrong about comic book films. It’s my opinion that their priority is retaining the IP over quality and even making money, unbelievable as that may seem. Tom Holland’s MCU Spider-Man is a joint effort with Kevin Feige and Disney and the quality is apparent. Sony fought tooth, claw and web to avoid that team up. Imagine that. "Morbius", "Madame Web", "Venom" (and most likely "Kraven") are dumpster fires. Straight up. Not even “so bad they’re good”

I hate feeling this way. I want to be objective. I want to laud the artists and below the line workers that make these films come to life. I’m not even mad at Tom Hardy and his Eddie Brock rendition. His is one of the more memorable performances in comic film. He’s the only saving grace in this completely stillborn movie universe.

Oddly enough, I hated “Last Dance” less than “Let There Be Carnage”. I’m not sure whether it’s a better movie, or because I’m nearly about to boycott these Sony films. I don’t see the care and craft that lets me know they’re taking it seriously. I see a product that feels barely written, rushed to completion, and completely devoid of the elements that make me love these types of films.

Sony is good at obscuring whether a film is MCU related or not. They want to benefit from that cachet without putting the work in. Some moviegoers aren’t doing much better when they refuse to discern the difference. Sony, thanks for Miles Morales. You guys killed that…but if it’s not "Spiderverse", I want nothing more from you.

09/18/2024

“The Killer’s Game”

Production Value: 3 / 5
Artistic Value: 3 / 5
Entertainment Value: 4 / 5
Grade: “Maybe a Matinee”

Dave Batista continues his climb to leading man material, and I can think of few vehicles better than a bloody, stunt-filled Euro Actioner like “Killer’s Game”...then again I’ve always been a sucker for one-man army films. They just soothe an itch that never quite goes away.

Objectively, there’s nothing here that we haven’t seen or heard before. The violence is over-the-top and the blood is “Ninja Assassin” levels of cartoonish. The format is clearly post-John Wick, with an emphasis on colorful characters and impressive stunt work. If you follow martial arts and action films you’ll recognize such faces as Scott Adkins and Shaina West.

I wouldn’t be comfortable recommending “Killer’s Game” as date night material at full weekend prices. Yes, it’s entertaining. Yes, it has tons of action, but the acting is limited. Ben Kingsley is having fun running circles around everyone. Terry Crews is in full stereotype mode, and both Sofia Boutella and Batista himself - while improving - aren’t quite there yet. They both have the look and the moves, and I have no doubt the chops will eventually follow.

But does the film require that?

I would argue no. You already know what this is going into the theater. It’s a slight step above Netflix-grade action, and in fact, if this were released on streaming I probably would have said, “Wow...this could have been in theaters.” It might have made a stronger impact on streaming format. We’ll see if “The Killer’s Game” grows legs after it leaves the theaters.

09/18/2024

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”

Production Value: 4 / 5
Artistic Value: 5 / 5
Entertainment Value: 3 / 5
Grade: “Maybe a Matinee”

We’ve had nearly 40 years since the original “Beetlejuice” defiled our movie screens. If you can remember back that far, you’d remember that you don’t want to say his name three times. Three is an interesting number because “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” feels like there were about three different movies all trying to get on screen.

Let’s get to the positives. Tim Burton’s vision and creativity are back to the quality that earned him his name. The odd colors, slanted angles and puppet work are all back, along with the sickly colors and slightly inappropriate humor. The members of the original cast inhabit their roles like they never left them. There was little to no fan service - callbacks, yes - but nothing that forced nostalgia on the audience. It felt natural.

There are a few downsides to the new project. The scripting feels a little off. Each new character anchors a different subplot, and with the exception of Jenna Ortega’s role, those characters and subplots are underserved. Monica Belluci may as well not have been in the film, which is wild to say because it’s…Monica Belluci. Even still, Keaton’s “Ghost with the Most” remains amusing enough to hold the film together like glue.

That may be my main issue with giving “Beetlejuice x 2” a higher grade. It was amusing. It wasn’t gut busting hilarious. It was very, very…amusing. I see some high praise coming early next year for make-up, effects and costumes for sure. There is no lack of creativity whatsoever. I feel like a “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is inevitable if only because the joke has already written itself.

08/27/2024

“Blink Twice”

Production Value: 4 / 4
Artistic Value: 4 / 4
Entertainment Value: 5 / 5
Grade: “Go See It”

“Blink Twice” is an extremely impressive debut for Zoe Kravitz. I wasn’t necessarily expecting a dud of a film, but wasn’t prepared for the level of artistry and clarity of vision on display in her first project as director, producer and co-writer. She’s a solid actress and she has a variety of projects, so I suppose I shouldn’t be this surprised.

“Blink Twice” also has the distinction of being the first film I’ve seen that comes with a trigger warning. I initially scoffed at the warning in a personal “get off my lawn” moment, but by the end of the movie, I understood the need. The content is ripped from the headlines and extremely sensitive, so to say anymore would spoil the movie. Despite some of its content, it’s a well thought out, darkly humorous thriller. I wouldn’t even argue if you wanted to call it horror.

Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie carry the film and the camera loves both of them in equal measure. Adria Arjona also gives a stand out performance. There’s even a Geena Davis sighting and support from Haley Joel Osmont!

I wish I could get deeper into the project without revealing too much of anything. My impression is that the “why” of the island getaway will become obvious. The “how” of the island getaway is the mystery and the meat of the story. Kravitz has a clear message to convey here and those moments hit perfectly. No one side is safe from scrutiny. The project is well put together, and the urgency of its message doesn’t overwhelm the project as a whole. The whole thing gets turned on its head and remains balanced. The audience can gladly remain on the ride.

Heed the trigger warning though…because there’s triggering to spare.

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