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  • Se7en (1995)

    Se7en (1995)

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    While trying to make it as a screenwriter, Andrew Kevin Walker was living in New York City and hated it. Through his experiences, he was able to write a screenplay that he sold to New Line Cinema in 1991. Originally, Christmas Vacation director Jeremiah S. Chechik was hired, but he backed out due to disagreements over Walker’s script. Around this time, up-and-coming filmmaker David Fincher was considering leaving the industry after the disastrous production of Alien³. One day, Fincher was accidentally sent the original version of Walker’s script, and he took an interest in the project. Denzel Washington, Sylvester Stallone, Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman, and Christina Applegate were approached to star, but they rejected the offers. Eventually, Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, and Gwyneth Paltrow were cast, Pitt even standing up for Fincher in disagreements with producers. In September of 1995, Fincher’s Se7en was released to an unsuspecting audience.

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    Synopsis

    Detective Somerset (Morgan Freeman) is set to retire and is partnered with his replacement Detective Mills (Brad Pitt). Their first investigation is the murder of a morbidly obese man who was force-fed until his stomach burst. Later, they investigate the murder of an attorney who bled to death after cutting a pound of flesh from himself. While discussing the case with their Captain (R. Lee Ermey), Somerset concludes that the murders represent the Seven Deadly Sins. Mills’ wife Tracey (Gwyneth Paltrow) confides in Somerset how she hates the city and is pregnant, but Mills doesn’t know. As more and more murders start happening, Somerset and Mills are tricked into investigating various false leads. Eventually, the killer, known only as John Doe (Kevin Spacey), turns himself in and is willing to confess his crimes. Unbeknownst to Somerset and Mills, Doe has something big planned for them that’ll change their lives forever.

     

    Review

    Se7en is an effectively haunting and, at times, disturbing psychological thriller that leaves you on edge of your seat. Given that he was contemplating leaving the industry after Alien³, it’s great that David Fincher bounced back with this. Here, he got to stretch his creative muscles more and make the type of film he wanted without interference. The film has a very gritty and down-and-dirty style that makes it feel real and emphasizes the grislier scenes. Having much of the film take place in the rain adds to the dark, dreary, and somber tone. The cast is terrific, with Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman making for a solid duo that plays off each other. Pitt excels as a young cop who sees the world in black-and-white, while Freeman shines as an older open-minded detective. Their clashing ideologies make for a great pairing and they have some great back-and-forths.

    While she isn’t given much to do, Gwyneth Paltrow has her moments, particularly her scene with Freeman in a diner. There are also some great appearances from character actors R. Lee Ermey, Richard Roundtree, and John C. McGinley. Each of the murder set-pieces is effectively disturbing and grisly but not so gory that they seem ludicrous. The most memorable set-piece is the sloth victim, which has one of the most effective jump scares ever filmed. While there are plenty of slower scenes, it never feels like filler and it’s held together by the strong cast. There are plenty of twists and turns that keep you guessing but never feel needlessly convoluted like many great thrillers. It all builds to an ending that, while bleak, perfectly fits the overall tone and leaves it to your imagination. Overall, Se7en stands as one of the greatest films of the early to mid-1990s.

     

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  • Sugar Cookies (1973)

    Sugar Cookies (1973)

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    Years before forming Troma Entertainment, Lloyd Kaufman was studying at Yale University alongside lifelong friend and future filmmaker Oliver Stone. In the mid-1960s, both decided to take a hiatus from Yale: Lloyd went to Chad and Oliver served in Vietnam. After returning to Yale, Kaufman decided to pursue filmmaking, starting with 1969’s The Girl Who Returned. Later on, he started working at Cannon Films alongside John G. Avildsen, who later directed Rocky and The Karate Kid. In 1971, Kaufman directed his follow-up film, The Battle of Love’s Return, which featured his old friend Oliver Stone acting. It was on said film that Kaufman met future cult actress Lynn Lowry, who he was immediately smitten by. He cast her in his next film, which was directed by Theodore Gershuny, who previously directed Silent Night, Bloody Night. That film was finally released to theaters in 1973 as Sugar Cookies.

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    Synopsis

    During a bizarre sexual teasing, actress Alta Leigh (Lynn Lowry) is killed by her pornographer boyfriend Max Pavell (George Shannon). Following her death, Max and his other lover Camilla Stone (Mary Woronov) look for another girl to manipulate. During auditions, Camilla meets Julie Kent (Lynn Lowry), an aspiring actress who looks exactly like Alta. Camilla decides to befriend Julie and earn her trust in an attempt to turn her into Alta for Max. Over the course of a few days, Julie starts growing close to Camilla, completely unaware of her true intentions. Meanwhile, Max is having an affair with his secretary (Jennifer Welles) and manipulating his nephew Gus (Daniel Sadur). Soon, Max meets Julie and is immediately smitten by her, though he’s unaware of what Camilla is up to. It all culminates in an explosive twist that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

     

    Review

    Lloyd Kaufman has described Sugar Cookies as “the only X-rated film in history to ever lose money.” Admittedly, it’s easy to see how this could’ve lost money since it’d be hard to sell a film like this. People expecting this to be some sort of 70s sex romp are going to be somewhat disappointed. While there’s plenty of nudity, there are not very many sex scenes, and they’re pretty softcore by 70s standards. Also, there are weird comedic moments sprinkled in, mostly with the Gus character, that clash with the overall film. One minute, you’re watching an erotic thriller, when suddenly a jovial song called “Big Gus, What’s The Fuss?” is playing. While it’s common to inject some humor into a thriller, it’s not really built up and comes out of nowhere. It’s almost on par with The Last House on the Left, though this isn’t quite as disturbing.

    Despite its flaws, this is still a very interesting and fairly well-made erotic thriller even factoring in its low budget. Kaufman said this was meant to be in the style of a Hitchcock thriller, and I think they succeeded. The film deals with themes like an identity crisis, infidelity, manipulation, and generally using people to satisfy your own needs. Lynn Lowry is incredible in her contrasting dual roles as the bitchy Alta and the innocent Julie. Mary Woronov is spot-on as the cold-hearted Camilla, always sporting a face that conveys how manipulative she is. George Shannon also does a great job playing a manipulative and uncaring sleazebag who you love to hate. While the film can get slow at times and has one too many montages, it’s still a breezy watch. Overall, Sugar Cookies is an interesting relic of 70s low-budget cinema that’s worth discovering.

     

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  • Promising Young Woman (2020)

    Promising Young Woman (2020)

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    In 2017, actress Emerald Fennell started to work on a concept for what would become her directorial debut. After pitching the opening scene, she sold it to LuckyChap Entertainment, a production company owned by actress Margot Robbie. Two years later, actress Carey Mulligan was cast in the lead role, alongside Bo Burnham and Alison Brie amongst others. Focus Features acquired the film for distribution in February 2019, and filming started in March, wrapping after 23 days. Following its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2020, the film was scheduled for wide release in April. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the film was pushed back before being released theatrically on Christmas 2020. The following month, the film premiered on video-on-demand, so people could enjoy it from the comfort of home. So, with the introductions out of the way, let’s talk about Promising Young Woman.

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    Synopsis

    Cassie Thomas (Carey Mulligan) is a med school dropout living with her parents Stanley (Clancy Brown) and Susan (Jennifer Coolidge). She works at a coffee shop with her boss Gail (Laverne Cox), but she leads a secret life at night. At night, she goes to local clubs, acts drunk, finds a “nice guy”, and teaches them a lesson. Her motivation for doing this is because of something that happened to a close friend of hers at medical school. While working at the coffee shop, Cassie runs into Ryan Cooper (Bo Burnham), a former classmate turned successful pediatrician. The two start dating and things seem to be looking up for Cassie, but her second life keeps interrupting her. Things escalate when Cassie starts targeting people who were responsible for what happened to her friend Nina at med school. How far will Cassie be willing to go to find closure?

     

    Review

    Promising Young Woman is a strong directorial debut from Emerald Fennell, showing plenty of potential for her as a filmmaker. She uses bright colors to accentuate the visuals, making the sets and characters pop without feeling too distracting or garish. Carey Mulligan does a phenomenal job in the lead role, perfectly balancing comedy with terror while also being sympathetic. Bo Burnham is very funny and likable, and he and Mulligan have fantastic chemistry with each other. Clancy Brown and Jennifer Coolidge do a good job as Mulligan’s parents, perfectly playing disappointed parents trying to hide it. There are also some solid appearances from Adam Brody, Alison Brie, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Connie Britton, Molly Shannon, and Alfred Molina. Though they only have about one or two scenes in the film, they each give great performances, Molina especially. All in all, the cast does a terrific job bringing the script to life.

    Admittedly, the film is somewhat tonally inconsistent, starting rough, then turning lighthearted, only to get rough again on a dime. Granted, that was probably what Fennell was going for, but it comes off as a little jarring and disorienting. That said, the story is very strong, gradually giving you more and more information without having to spell everything out. However, while the story is mostly strong, the last 10-15 minutes are somewhat lackluster given everything leading up to it. Given what’s happening and the music used, I understand what the director was going for, but it didn’t quite work. This is a case where the film is more about the journey than the destination without spoiling too much. Issues aside, I still say this is a film worth watching and worth supporting especially as someone’s directorial debut. Overall, Promising Young Woman doesn’t 100% deliver, but it shows plenty of promise.

     

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  • The Caller (1987)

    The Caller (1987)

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    Synopsis

    A young woman (Madolyn Smith) is living alone at a cabin in the woods waiting for someone to arrive. One night, a mysterious stranger known only as ‘the Caller’ (Malcolm McDowell) arrives asking for help after his car crashes. She invites him inside to contact a tow truck, but she becomes suspicious of his intentions almost right away. Over the next few days, the two keep running into each other and engage in a battle of wits. He accuses her of murdering her husband and daughter, while she thinks he wants to torture and kill her. As he keeps asking her questions, she reveals more about her past, including her daughter Allison and her dead husband. Soon, she starts plotting to kill him and put an end to his games once and for all. It all culminates in a finale that you won’t see coming.

     

    Review

    Compared to Re-Animator, Trancers, and Ghoulies, The Caller is an atypical film by Empire standards, but that’s a good thing. This film plays as more of a straight psychological thriller that’s surprisingly sophisticated and keeps you guessing throughout. Malcolm McDowell gives a great performance as always, coming off as charming while also having a dark side to him. Madolyn Smith also gives a solid performance, balancing off of McDowell really well and showing plenty of emotional range. Given that they’re the only actors in the film, they carry the film and have great back-and-forths throughout. Seidelman’s direction is fantastic, taking full advantage of the single set and using fluid camerawork to keep the visuals interesting. Some scenes take place near an auto shop and on a hilltop, but it’s mostly just the cabin set. It’s a challenge that Seidelman managed to tackle effectively.

    At slightly over 90 minutes long, the film manages to maintain a sense of tension and dread throughout the runtime. Even in scenes where nothing is happening, you get the sense that anything could happen at any moment. This is also a film that doesn’t give the audience a lot of information, which can be frustrating. Without giving away the ending, let’s just say that you’ll have more questions than answers before the movie’s over. Effects maestro John Carl Buechler contributed some effects to the film, and they look fantastic as per usual. Unfortunately, I can’t say what effects work he did on the film without giving away the big twist. If you consider yourself a Charles Band fan and have seen all the well-known movies, you should consider watching this. Overall, The Caller is an effective thriller with two great performances and a strong story.

     

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  • Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song (1971)

    Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song (1971)

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    Originally a cable car grip, Melvin Van Peebles was told to become a filmmaker off the suggestion of a passenger. He filmed some short films around 1957 and tried taking them to Hollywood, but no one would offer him work. Following this, he decided to move with his family to the Netherlands, only for his marriage to fall apart. However, his shorts caught the attention of the Cinémathèque Française, so he filmed another short before moving on to writing. In 1968, Ven Peebles directed his feature film debut, The Story of a Three-Day Pass, which caught Hollywood’s attention. After winning an award at the San Francisco International Film Festival, he directed his first Hollywood feature, 1970’s Watermelon Man. While it was a hit and he was offered a three-picture deal at Columbia, Van Peebles decided against it. Instead, he decided to produce his passion project, 1971’s Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song.

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    Synopsis

    An orphan raised in a brothel, Sweetback (Melvin Van Peebles) performs for their sex show due to his sexual prowess. During one of these shows, two white cops ask his boss Beetle (Simon Chuckster) to use Sweetback as a patsy. The cops arrest Sweetback as well as a Black Panther member named Mu-Mu (Hubert Scales) along the way. Later, the cops pull over to beat up Mu-Mu, so Sweetback uses his handcuffs to beat the cops to death. Now on the run, Sweetback tries looking for help only to be turned away for one reason or another. He tries Beetle with no luck, he asks an ex to no avail, and he’s turned down by a priest. Meanwhile, the Commissioner (John Dullaghan) is hunting down Sweetback while also trying to find where Mu-Mu has hidden. Will Sweetback manage to survive, or will The Man take him down for good?

     

    Review

    There’s no doubt that Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song has a powerful energy to it, particularly with its filmmaking and editing. There are so many jump cuts, slow-motion sequences, superimposition shots, and quick-cut edits that make the film feel chaotic. On one hand, this can leave many viewers bewildered and disoriented, but on the other, it fits the narrative. As Sweetback’s situation gets progressively worse, the editing gets more and more frenetic, giving it a very nightmarish quality. Some might see this style of filmmaking to be sloppy and haphazard, but this helps the film stand out. Cast-wise, aside from Melvin Van Peebles in the title role, no one, in particular, is very memorable or noteworthy. Also, as impressive as the frenetic filmmaking and editing are, it can make the film hard to follow. Still, his goal was to make a Black power film, and Van Peebles certainly succeeded.

    Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song is not only an important part of cinematic history but also of black history. While not the first film made by a black director, it was the first film independently produced by African Americans. It was also one of the first to have African Americans in the lead roles as opposed to supporting parts. This film’s success started a new genre in the 70s, blaxploitation, including Shaft, Super Fly, Blacula, Dolemite, and Foxy Brown. Also, this film helped inspire a new generation of black filmmakers, most notably Spike Lee and Robert Townsend. Aside from its significance in black and cinematic history, it also shows how impactful independent filmmaking can be. This should be shown in film schools, not just for its historical impact, but also to inspire aspiring filmmakers. Overall, Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song is a powerful film that tackles issues of corruption and racial bigotry.

     

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  • One Hour Photo (2002)

    One Hour Photo (2002)

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    After studying cinema and cinematography at Ithaca College, Mark Romanek got his first job working with filmmaker Brian De Palma. He worked as second assistant director on De Palma’s 1980 film, Home Movies, where he met actor Keith Gordon. The two worked together on what would be Romanek’s first film, 1985’s Static, leading to a music video directing career. Some notable artists he worked with included Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nine Inch Nails, Madonna, and Taylor Swift. His most critically acclaimed music video was for Johnny Cash’s cover of “Hurt”, described as his most personal and moving. Around the same time in 2002, Romanek decided to return to feature films nearly two decades after his debut. Inspired by ‘lonely man’ films like 1976’s Taxi Driver, he decided to create a stalker thriller involving photography. The result was 2002’s One Hour Photo starring the late Robin Williams at his most atypical.

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    Synopsis

    Sy Parrish (Williams) is a loner and perfectionist who’s been working at a one-hour photo kiosk for twenty years. He takes a particular interest in the Yorkin family, going so far as to plaster their pictures on his wall. He manages to develop a friendship between Nina (Connie Nielsen) and her son Jake (Dylan Smith) through subtle manipulation. However, things start going wrong for Sy when his boss Bill (Gary Cole) fires him for several offenses. Also, his idyllic view of the Yorkins is crushed upon learning that husband Will (Michael Vartan) is having an affair. As retaliation, he sends the pictures of Will and his mistress Maya (Erin Daniels) to Nina and photographing Bill’s daughter. Eventually, Sy goes so far as to confront Will and Maya in their hotel room and threatens physical violence. The police are on his trail, but will they be able to stop Sy?

     

    Review

    One Hour Photo mostly succeeds as a psychological thriller largely thanks to Robin Williams’ haunting performance as Sy Parrish. Perfectly treading the line between sympathetic and creepy, you can’t help but feel sorry for him despite what he does. At the same time, the film acknowledges that what he’s doing is wrong, but also makes you understand his reasoning. His performance alone makes the film worth watching, but that’s not to say the rest of the cast is lacking. Nielsen, Vartan, and Smith have great chemistry with each other and come off as a genuinely loving family. Cole also stands out as the manager who’s stern and slightly cold but is just being practical as an employer. Romanek’s writing and directing are solid, the music video style editing and cinematography help give off an unsettling feel. For not directing a feature in so long, Romanek’s work is impressive.

    However, for all of its strengths, One Hour Photo also has plenty of faults that do hamper its overall quality. For one, as unsettling as the film comes off, it also doesn’t quite go far enough with its premise. I’m not saying this film should’ve gone into Saw or Hostel territory, but it feels like a soft R-rated film. Also, we never learn why Sy specifically targets this family and are only given the slimmest of backstories. Granted, such details aren’t entirely necessary, especially when most obsessive behaviors have no rhyme or reason behind them. With all that said, this is still a fantastic psychological thriller with themes of wanting to belong and find happiness. If nothing else, the film shows how dynamic Robin Williams was as an actor, able to tackle more than comedy. Overall, One Hour Photo is a mostly effective thriller about a sympathetic stalker.

     

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  • Uncut Gems (2019)

    Uncut Gems (2019)

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    The Safdie brothers, Joshua and Benjamin, are New York-based filmmakers who’ve had quite a career in the past decade. Their first film, 2007’s The Pleasure of Getting Robbed, screened at the Cannes Film Festival but received mostly negative reviews. For their second outing, 2009’s Daddy Longlegs, the film received better reviews and won the John Cassavetes Award in 2011. Following this, they were asked by producer Adam Shopkorn to help work on the documentary Lenny Cooke released in 2013. Around 2009, the brothers came up with a concept about a jewel dealer and approached Adam Sandler to star. Unfortunately, Sandler turned them down, so they went off to make 2014’s Heaven Knows What and 2017’s Good Time. Thanks to the attention they got for the past two films, Sandler agreed to star, and the rest was history. After ten years of development, the Safdie’s Uncut Gems was released in 2019.

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    Synopsis

    In 2010, a group of Ethiopian Jewish miners uncovers a rare black opal, which gets purchased two years later. The buyer, jeweler Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler), plans on selling the opal at an auction to settle some debts. In addition to owing money from his brother-in-law Arno (Eric Bogosian), he’s divorcing his ex-wife Dinah (Idina Menzel). The day Howard receives the opal, NBA superstar Kevin Garnett (himself) visits his jewelry store, taking an interest in it. Howard reluctantly gives Garnett the opal in exchange for his championship ring, which he pawns off to bet on Garnett. While Howard wins the best, he’s accosted and assaulted by Arno and his goons over the money he owes. Howard has to get the opal back from Garnett while dealing with his ex-wife and girlfriend Julia (Julia Fox). Will he able to pay off the loan sharks, or will his gambling addiction ruin him?

     

    Review

    Just to get this out of the way, I have never been a fan of Adam Sandler and his comedies. With a few exceptions, I’ve found him to be loud, annoying, and abrasive in every single one of his films. However, he has shown that he has the potential to deliver good performances, including Punch Drunk Love and Funny People. With Uncut Gems, he delivers easily his best performance in years, convincingly making him a likable and charismatic sleazeball. By all accounts, this character’s a loser, and the film acknowledges this, but Sandler’s so good, you root for him. Also, the rest of the cast, including Menzel, Fox, Bogosian, and surprisingly even Garnett all deliver fantastic performances. There are also appearances by Lakeith Stanfield, Judd Hirsch, Pom Klementieff, and even The Weekend, all having their moments. Uncut Gems has one of the best casts of the last few years.

    Going into this, I was unfamiliar with the Safdie brothers’ work, but after seeing this, I’m interested in seeing more. Their directing style is very fast-paced and highly energized, but it never feels like it’s going by too fast. The editing helps keep the pace going, even in the slower scenes, and the cinematography adds to the kinetic energy. Admittedly, this style of filmmaking might make it hard for some people to watch, which is perfectly understandable. Despite this, the story and performances keep the film engaging, even if it can be hard to watch. Writing-wise, the dialogue naturally bounces off the actors and there are plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing. This is a well-acted and well-made story of greed and addiction, as well as the consequences that come from it. Overall, Uncut Gems is a great film with a great performance from Adam Sandler.

     

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  • Parasite (2019)

    Parasite (2019)

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    Bong Joon-ho is a South Korean filmmaker that has garnered much critical and commercial acclaim in the last few decades. He’s perhaps most famous for The Host in 2006 and Snowpiercer in 2013, both among South Korea’s highest-grossing films. While working on Snowpiercer, Bong had been talking with a theater actor friend and his experiences as a tutor. In his 20s, he tutored the son of a wealthy Seoul family and considered adapting the experience for the stage. After finishing Snowpiercer, Bong started working on a film treatment based on these experiences and finished it after 2017’s Okja. The film was shot during 2018 and was released in 2019 at the Cannes Film Festival to overwhelmingly positive reviews. It took home the Palme d’Or at Cannes and, as of this writing, received six Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. So, let’s take a look at Bong Joon-ho’s Oscar-nominated film, Parasite.

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    Synopsis

    The Kim’s are going through tough times, living in a run-down basement apartment and working lower-wage jobs, struggling to survive. One day, they’re visited by Min-hyuk (Park Seo-joon), a friend of son Ki-woo (Choi Woo-shik), who offers Ki-woo an opportunity. Min had been tutoring the daughter of a rich family, the Park’s, in English but is leaving to study abroad. He suggests that Ki-woo pose as a university student and take the job, which he does thanks to his family. Once Ki-woo sees how well off they are, he and his family plan to trick them into giving them jobs. Daughter Ki-jeong (Park So-dam) starts teaching art, and parents Ki-taek (Song Kang-ho) and Chung-sook (Chang Hyae-jin) are driver and housekeeper. With their jobs seemingly secure, the Kim’s bask in the wealth they’ve accumulated thanks to them tricking the Park’s. But soon, their deception will come back to bite them.

     

    Review

    Going into Parasite, I knew very little about what to expect, other than the basic premise and its critical acclaim. All things considered, that’s probably the best way to see this film: know as little as possible when seeing it. Parasite is one of those rare films that can appeal to both mainstream audiences and more niche audiences. It has a straightforward-enough plot and relatable characters while mixing in enough weirdness and deeper meaning for the arthouse crowd. Bong Joon-ho’s direction is remarkable, using visual cues to help tell the story and show what the characters are experiencing. Everyone in the cast does a fantastic job, each offering something to make them stand out from one another. The score by Jung Jae-il perfectly compliments the film and adds the final touch that makes this film a masterpiece. This is honestly one of those rare films that are virtually flawless.

    At its core, Parasite is a social satire about the haves and the have-nots, showing two perspectives on similar things. For instance, when it’s storming, the Parks think it’s beautiful, the Kims consider it a matter of life and death. The film makes points about the rich never have to worry, whereas the less fortunate have to scrounge and scheme. Neither family does anything to make them awful people, and you understand where each of them is coming from. Without spoiling anything, while the film starts as a dark comedy, there’s a point where the film becomes a thriller. Thankfully, it’s not one of those reveals that feel out of the left-field, but it seems plausible given the context. Every so often, films like Parasite or The Lighthouse come around that remind us of how powerful cinema can be. Overall, Parasite deserves a spot as one of 2019’s best films.

     

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  • Knives Out (2019)

    Knives Out (2019)

    [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]In 2005, up-and-coming filmmaker Rian Johnson released his debut feature Brick, which received critical praise and has a cult following. While working on that film, Johnson was also developing the concept of an Agatha Christie-style whodunit murder mystery. However, his follow-up film was the comedic drama The Brothers Bloom in 2008, an idea he had before making Brick. His big break came with the release of his 2012 sci-fi thriller Looper, which was a surprise box office hit. This led to him getting the job to work on one of the biggest sci-fi franchises ever made, Star Wars. Released in 2017, Star Wars: The Last Jedi became the year’s highest-grossing film, though it received polarizing reviews. Even still, the success of Star Wars enabled Johnson to finally make his long-in-development whodunit murder mystery. So, in 2019, Rian Johnson and his long-time producing partner Ram Bergman brought us Knives Out.

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    Synopsis

    Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer), a successful murder mystery writer, has been found dead following his 85th birthday the previous day. At first, his death is ruled as a suicide, but Detectives Elliot (Lakeith Stanfield) and Wagner (Noah Segan) investigate further. They gather up several family members, including eldest daughter Linda (Jamie Lee Curtis) and youngest son Walter (Michael Shannon). Alongside them are son-in-law Richard (Don Johnson), daughter-in-law Joni (Toni Collette), and grandchildren Megan (Katherine Langford) and Jacob (Jaeden Martell). A private investigator named Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) has also been hired by an anonymous source to investigate the death. At the heart of it all is Marta Cabrera (Ana de Armas), Harlan’s caretaker who was close to Harlan. Finally, there’s Linda and Richard’s son Hugh aka Ransom (Chris Evans), a spoiled rich kid who depends on everyone else. With the suspects lined up, a murder mystery is about to unfold.

     

    Review

    In a time where we are inundated with various sequels, remakes, and adaptations, it’s refreshing to see an original release. Knives Out is a very clever, well thought out, and entertaining murder mystery that keeps you guessing the entire time. Without giving much away, there’s a point where you think you’ve solved it, but then you’re hit by a curveball. Admittedly, there’s a point where it seems like there are far too many twists thrown out, which can be confusing. However, Knives Out is well-written and well-acted enough that everything starts to make sense after a while. Speaking of the acting, everyone in the cast does a terrific job and they all have their shining moments. Ana de Armas, as our protagonist, is very likable and works as the straight man to everything going on. However, Daniel Craig easily steals the show as the eccentric investigator with a southern droll.

    Altogether, this is one of the best ensemble casts ever assembled, each one giving their performance 100%. Knives Out often jumps back and forth between the present and the events leading up to Harlan’s death. Luckily, the flashbacks are never intrusive or out of place and serve to give further character insight and development. Plus, like many good murder mysteries, Knives Out gives you just enough information without outright spoiling itself. Also, even with all the twists and turns the movie takes, it’s never difficult to follow or hard to understand. Say what you will about Rian Johnson, but he’s a talented filmmaker who’s in high demand for a reason. Even if you’re not a fan of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, this is easily one of his best films. Overall, Knives Out is an enjoyable thriller with plenty of humor and suspense to make it one of 2019’s best.

     

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  • Ready or Not (2019)

    Ready or Not (2019)

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    Synopsis

    Grace (Samara Weaving) and Alex (Mark O’Brien) have recently gotten married at the home of Alex’s family, the Le Domas. There, she gets to meet his parents, Tony (Henry Czerny) and Becky (Andie MacDowell), and his Aunt Helene (Nicky Guadagni). Also joining are siblings Daniel (Adam Brody) and Charity (Elyse Levesque), plus spouses Emilie (Melanie Scrofano) and Fitch (Kristian Bruun). Before Grace and Alex can consummate their marriage that night, they must participate in a family tradition, a game night. As a new family member, Grace must take a card that randomly selects a game for the family to play. The game that’s selected is hide and seek, with Grace hiding and the family trying to find her before dawn. She goes off to hide, but she soon finds out that the family is actually hunting her down. While trying to survive the night, Grace soon learns the family’s secrets.

     

    Review

    Ready or Not is easily one of the most unique, subversive, and visceral films I’ve seen in quite some time. First off, the cast is terrific, with Samara Weaving easily being the biggest highlight and easily carrying the film. Not only is she charismatic and fun, but she can also hold her own and makes for a great lead. Adam Brody also stands out as the realist brother who realizes he and the family are terrible people deserving death. The rest of the family is entertaining in their own way, from Czerny’s over-the-top delivery to MacDowell’s dry sarcastic attitude. Elyse and Kristian are the only weak links, Elyse going slightly too over-the-top and Kristian doing a Josh Gad impression. Still, every cast member has their moment to shine, are entertaining, and know when to be funny and be intense. Ready or Not has a fantastic cast assembled for its insanity.

    Speaking of, this movie is insanely gruesome, with some ridiculously violent sequences all leading to a fun and explosive climax. By the end, Samara looks as battered and bloody as Bruce Willis by the end of Die Hard. Admittedly, while this movie is fairly unique, there are certain twists that happen that are fairly easy to spot. This doesn’t detract from the film’s quality, but it is something worth mentioning, and I’ve probably seen too many movies. Given the fairly recent Disney acquisition of Fox, it’s surprising to see such a darkly comedic and violent film released. While many thriller/horror comedies sway more towards one genre, Ready or Not perfectly balances the laughs and thrills. Also, this film has some biting satire about the rich and wealthy, and how they look look down on others. Overall, Ready or Not is quite a fun and gruesome way to end summer.

     

    Buy Ready or Not on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3UB2Fm5.

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