Dune: Part Two is Denis Villeneuve's Empire Strikes Back & Lawrence of Arabia. A sci-fi opera that is not just grand in scale, but in its hypnotizing and emotionally devastating story. Austin Butler will be a talking point for many, but its Timothée Chalamet who left my jaw on
#BlackAdam
electrifies the millions & millions of DC fans!
@TheRock
lays the smackdown while adding empathy that makes the character one of the DCEU's most intriguing anti-heroes. A fast paced, action packed ride that delivers on its promise of spectacle & boy, that mid-credit.
#MissionImpossibleDeadReckoning
is a mission that demands acceptance. A film that self-destructs into a dazzling action spectacle that not only shows off Christopher McQuarrie’s impeccable direction, but a screenplay that does not shy away from its timely examination of AI & its
Denis Villeneuve's
#Dune
is cinematic nirvana. Hypnotizing & emotional, this spectacle is set to immerse cinephiles into a sci-fi world reminiscent of a galaxy, far far away. In what may be Villenueve's Magnum Opus,
@dunemovie
redefines the theatrical experience
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#NYFF
The Evening Began @ 7:00 PM & it's nearly 6:00 AM &
#TheSchumacherCut
DOES exist and it's impossible not to leave the screening longing for a touched up physical release with a proper edit and score! ALL the fans deserve to see this
#ReleaseTheSchumacherCut
As if a Lumos spell was cast on the franchise,
#SecretsofDumbledore
shines bright as the best entry in the
#FantasticBeasts
series thus far. Mads Mikkelsen & Jude Law shine as the film embraces its roots with the heart, comedy, and magic that's made the
#WizardingWorld
a must see
Spider-Man: Across The SpiderVerse is a marvelous & amazing cinematic triumph. From its spellbinding & breathtaking animation to all the 🕷️'s,
#Spiderverse
exudes all the makings of another animated masterclass of storytelling & world building. The laughs, charm, heart, and
#TopGunMaverick
took my breathe away! An adrenaline rush tailor made for the summer blockbuster season. Not only does it give cinephiles jaw dropping aerial combat sequences, but packs an unexpected amount of emotion that will surely surprise many. 80s nostalgia done right!
Paul King's
#Wonka
is a deliciously flavored treat of pure imagination. An impeccably crafted & charming family film that's sure to fill all cinephiles' taste buds. Timothée Chalamet evokes a charm & endearing presence that's not to be missed while Hugh Grant's Oompa Loompa is an
The
#HungerGames
: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes offers cinephiles odds that are in their favor. A gritty & complex return to the franchise rich with stellar action, dark comedy & exceptional performances. Rachel Zegler astounds with her stunning voice while Tom Blyth
The 60th
#NewYorkFilmFestival
has come to an end!
#NYFF60
was full of great films & as the festival closes, here are my rankings of the 10 films I screened this year.
To those that attended, what is your favorite film from the festival?
Guillermo del Toro's
#PinocchioMovie
is a sublime and visually engrossing masterwork by one of our great directors.A meditative deconstruction of one's mortality, love & innocence. It's not just a stop-motion masterpiece, it's one of this century's best animated films.
@RealGDT
She's alive! She's alive! Yorgos Lanthimos'
#PoorThings
is a whimsical & inventive creation that stands as his best film yet. An ambitious tale of sex, bolts, 2nd chances & liberation led by a TOUR DE FORCE Oscar worthy Emma Stone performance. Truly marveled by its ambition &
Ryan Coogler makes the impossible possible with
#BlackPantherWakandaForever
. An emotionally powerful & cathartic cinematic journey of loss, grief & moving forward.
@TenochHuerta
, Angela Bassett & Letitia Wright are the vibranium of the film: magnetic, powerful & lasting.
To the shock of no one, Greta Gerwig's
#BarbieMovie
is a dream house of cheers & tears. A whimsical & emotional journey of self-discovery & growth. Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling are PERFECTION while the production design & costumes are SUBLIME. No longer can we say she's
Bradley Cooper's
#Maestro
is a harmonious, majestic & tender symphony that beautifully captures an icon’s legacy & the romance that enraptured his life. Cooper & Carey Mulligan offer two devastatingly intimate & vulnerable performances that stand as two of the year’s best. Grand
Pablo Larraín's
#Spencer
is a haunting, melancholic triumph. Claire Mathon & Jonny Greenwood's work stand among the best shot and scored films of the year, while
#KristenStewart
transcends the essence of Diana. Stewart is nothing short of stunning & memorable. Believe the hype!
#LoveLiesBleeding
offers a 3 set workout of brutality, blood, and romance. A thrill ride that not only captures a gnarly underworld in a unique & visionary fashion, but is also rich with sex appeal. Kristen Stewart & Katy M. O'Brian are a tandem to die for as their infectious
#TheLastOfUs
is a masterclass of adaptation & storytelling. Joel & Ellie's multilayered journey through love, loss, mortality, hope & clickers is set to bruise, break & elevate your emotional core!
@BellaRamsey
& Pedro Pascal are triumphant! Simply Put: 👨🍳's 💋!
Episode 3: 🤯
Blasting into the rarefied air of Pixar's upper echelon,
#Lightyear
is a majestic constellation of cinematic excellence. A space adventure tailor-made for all ages that captures the magic of what made the
#ToyStory
franchise special. It's set to travel to infinity & beyond.
Hooked on a feeling and on a
#GOTGVOL3
HIGH! An emotional & epic conclusion to one, if not Marvel's best trilogies. Hitting the trifecta of hilarity, tears, and cheers, James Gunn cements his place as one of the genre's best visionaries. Led by Rocket Raccoon's gut punching
While cerebrally paced, Jane Campion’s
#ThePoweroftheDog
rewards viewers with a film that submerges you into its complex characters & themes. Aided by commanding performances across the board and led by Benedict Cumberbatch,
#Netflix
has a sure fire awards contender.
#TIFF21
#ChrisEvans
shines as
#BuzzLightyear
while SOX THE CAT is the absolute show stealer and instantly becomes one of my favorite side kicks in any Pixar film.
Michael Mohan's
#Immaculate
is an unholy and unhinged feast of sheer terror. Both cerebral and terrifying, the film embraces its religious undertones to deliver its spin on Rosemary's Baby with one of the most "Holy Shit" finales in mainstream horror in quite some time. Sydney
Marvel blasts into a galaxy far, far away in
#AntManAndTheWaspQuantumania
. While there are plenty of bumps on the journey, it's hard not to be fully invested in Jonathan Majors’ magnetic presence as Kang & Paul Rudd's charm as Ant-Man. While this doesn't fully end the MCU's
With a dance sequence that has you believing in the everlasting love of family and a last shot that will leave you in tears,
#Belfast
is not just one of the best films of the year but also a bonafide Best Picture front runner.
Sleek and rich with dark hilarity, David Fincher's
#TheKiller
captures the savage complexity of a dark soul. Patient yet relentless, it's a Fincher joint through and through, and that's never a bad thing! Welcome back. Michael Fassbender, we've missed you!
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Lavish, intoxicating & audaciously provocative,
#Saltburn
is a fearless work from one of the best directors today, Academy Award winner Emerald Fennell. A wicked character study that delivers an uncompromising look at social class, eroticism, and youth. Led by dynamite
#Blonde
erupts into a fever dream of an Old Hollywood fable. A sprawling look at one of Hollywood's biggest icons as she weaves through trauma,objectification & self-destructiveness.
#AnadeArmas
is intoxicating in a career defining performance. Divisive is an understatement.
#Spencer
ultimately is not just a tragedy of a trapped princess but a downright satirical examination of the monarchy. Larraín's film will leave cinephiles praising Kristen Stewart and wondering why this royal order continues to exist.
Sofia Coppola's
#PriscillaMovie
lands with grace. An intimate portrait that captures a young woman's dream-like wonder crashing into life's realities. Cailee Spaeny offers a captivating & fierce star-making portrayal while Jacob Elordi captures the magnetic presence of "The King"
Holy Shit!
#Titane
is a cinematic out of body experience. It's relentless & surprisingly full of heart! Agathe Rousselle is a chameleon & gives one of the singular best performances of the year! You guys are not ready for this rollercoaster
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#NYFF
@TitaneMovie
#BackToTheFuture
is one of my favorite films of all time & means quite a lot to me so to say I was on cloud 9 meeting Michael J. Fox & Christopher Lloyd was an understatement
#NYCC
Bones & All is a cinematic feast. Luca Guadagnino crafts a meal that blends Badlands with the gore & delight of 80s cannibal horror. Ripe with tasty performances by TimothéeChalamet, Taylor Russell, & Mark Rylance, the film offers a coming of age tale of love & loneliness.
#NYFF
Rich with nostalgia,
@PennywiseDoc
is a quintessential exploration of one of the most beloved miniseries of all time.From its connection to King’s Dominion to its place in the pantheon of 90s pop culture phenomena, the film crafts a boat for all to float on through horror history.
My FULL REVIEW of the latest film from
#RoseGlass
#LoveLivesBleeding
is here!
"Love Lies Bleeding is a pulpy twist on romance and crime that removes the mundane and embraces its eccentricity and originality to become one of the best films of the year
In a similar fashion to Michael Jordan,
#AirMovie
defies gravity & expectations in a film that's rich with hope, affection, inspiration, exploration of a young athlete's exploitation & a jumpman. Ben Affleck's direction has never been better while Alex Convery's screenplay is
Hooray for Hollywood!
#BabylonMovie
is a cocaine fueled journey that roars through the decadence & tomfoolery of the Golden Age. Rich with awe-inducing design, costumes, score & performances, the film is a grandiose Hollywood epic that's set to rock the foundation of cinema.
#TheMenu
offers a multi-course savory meal that scathes the elite, current social dynamics, and consumerism. A satirical feast that delivers on laughs, gore & twists that makes this culinary experience a fulfilling & satisfying delight. Anya Taylor-Joy & Ralph Fiennes are👨🍳's 💋
Mike Mills's
#CmonCmon
beautifully embraces the idea of self-examination & moving forward. An emotionally moving film that is aided by one of the best screenplays of the year w/ two masterful performances from Joaquin Phoenix & newcomer Woody Norman.
#NYFF
#NYFF59
@PJ_Byrne
is a national treasure for literally every scene in
@babylonmovie
, however, this moment, this moment right here is everything! It's not just 1 of the best scenes of the year but it's Max's Super Bowl
#BabylonMovie
Never comprising his unique style, Robert Eggers crafts a visceral Viking epic with
#TheNorthman
. A spellbinding blend of blockbuster & art house, Eggers gives us a haunting experience that will be celebrated amongst the upper echelons of cinema in 2022. A truly bewitching tale.
There have been 23 perfect games in MLB history & Cate Blanchett delivers her cinematic perfect game in Todd Field's TÁR. A hypotonic and engrossing deconstruction of a power hungry & egotistical icon culminating with a final 2 minutes that is poignant & lasting.
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Yep,
#NOPEMOVIE
is Jordan Peele's biggest & ferocious swing yet. With the craftsmanship of John Carpenter and the Hitchcockian mastery of building tension, Peele creates an otherworldly summer spectacle. While set to be his most divisive, Peele's originality deserves our praise.
#BeingtheRicardos
= cinematic dynamite! Aaron Sorkin's script dissects the studio politics of yesteryear & Ball and Arnaz's relationship in a profoundly moving & raw fashion.
#NicoleKidman
embodies the spirit & charisma of
#LucilleBall
. This surpassed all of my expectations!
#KingRichard
serves an ace! A film that evokes the spirit of
#Rocky
with its infectious charm, & underdog spirit.
#WillSmith
commands the screen in an
#Oscar
worthy take, while
@SaniyyaSidney
steps into the spotlight in one of the breakout performances of the year.
Chloe Domont's directorial debut
#Fairplay
is a razor sharp psychological thriller which dissects sexual politics in the workplace, wealth, corporate greed & betrayal. Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich are absolute dynamite! It's one of
#Sundance2023
's best films thus far!
#AirMovie
is a tailor-made “Dad movie” that feels like it was made for me. A time capsule of the 1980s, Nike, and my favorite basketball player and athlete – his royal “airness.” It’s a 50/50 dunk from the free throw line in what will go down as one of the
It's one of the best films of the year & honored to be quoted in the first trailer to Chloe Domont’s FAIR PLAY starring Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich!
#FairPlay
#Netflix
From the opening sound of Lupe Fiasco's The Show Goes On, Cooper Raiff's
#ChaChaRealSmooth
warmed my heart. A life-affirming coming of age tale that's set to stay with me all year. Led by a career best performance by
#DakotaJohnson
, the film is one of
#Sundance2022
’s standouts
Steven Speilberg crafts a vulnerable and moving self-reflective study in
#TheFabelmans
. An earnest timepiece of family dynamics, marriage & the ultimate power of cinema & art.Williams, Dano & LaBelle are perfect in capturing the imperfections of one's self & the ideology of hope.
@davideborriello
It's very much in line with the latter potter films in terms of dark tone. Very much blends in the comedy as they all do outside of deathly hallows. In terms of the Beasts series, it's absolutely the darkest in tone
@angelmanuelsoto
's
#BlueBeetleMovie
is the cinematic VICKS Bibaporrú for the DCU! Oozing Latin pride & authenticity, the film is an inspiring & heartfelt journey that embraces its Latin American roots while forgoing the universe building entanglements that have maligned the genre
Nostalgia explodes on the screen in Jason Reitman's
#GhostbustersAfterlife
. It's the
#Ghostbusters
sequel I've waited for all my life & one of Reitman's best. I laughed. I cried. I smiled. A true cinematic love letter to all cinephiles! P.S. Stay for the credits 😉
#FilmTwitter
Damien Leone crafts a 140-minute grand slasher epic in Terrifier 2. An utterly brutal and relentless macabre of mayhem that solidifies Art the Clown as one of horror’s elite slashers.
#Terrifier2
After III entries & 15+ hours,the horror landscape is in a much better place thanks to
@80sHorrorDoc
. A first class journey into the marriage of a decade & genre & its lasting impact 40+ years later. It's my therapeutic escapism into the world of 80's horror. Bring on the 90's!