Hi, I'm Christian and I'm an alcoholic.
I went to AA for a little while, when I first attempted sobriety, lasting 172 days. AA works for some, but it wasn't the path for me. Now, 4 years and 3 months sober without AA, I think the personal accolades you set for yourself and the small daily goals are what count. I don't fixate on "never drinking again"—I just take it one day at a time and recognize it's best for…
What an experience. I've always appreciated Sean Baker's work, but I'm convinced Anora is his magnum opus. It’s a masterclass in balancing the profane with the profound, effortlessly switching tones from euphoric highs to gut-wrenching lows. The film is a wild ride, hitting you with intense ups and downs, and offers a fresh, gritty twist on the Cinderella story.
Anora dives deep into themes of love, betrayal, and grief, all told with Baker’s signature style, which never feels hollow. Every…
Moana 2 is not bad, but it’s definitely not good either. I don’t know—maybe my niece and nephew’s enthusiasm for the movie influenced me—but I found myself enjoying parts of it. It’s an okay movie, though it doesn’t come anywhere near the stratosphere of the first film’s quality. The original Moana felt like a near-perfect blend of stunning animation, memorable songs, and heartfelt storytelling, but the sequel struggles to recapture that same magic.
While Moana 2 has its moments, they’re…
When I was younger, I loved Lawless. Watching it now, I don’t feel the same way. One thing I still enjoy, though, is seeing Tom Hardy. He was by far the most compelling part of the movie, delivering a great performance. It’s frustrating because they really should have given him more screentime. He had the potential to elevate the film even further, and I’ve felt this way about other movies he’s been in.
Lawless is a good movie, but it…
Interstellar was one of the first reviews I ever wrote on IMDb, long before I discovered Letterboxd. It's one of those movies that left my friends asking, "What was the point?" and "What the hell just happened?" Back then, I spent a lot of time explaining the plot, the concept of time dilation, and the overarching theme of love transcending space and time—something I found profound and deeply moving. Rewatching it years later, I found myself noticing so many new…
Miller's Girl feels overly pretentious and uncomfortable to watch. The storyline lacks direction, and the characters are exceptionally unlikable. The performances seem disjointed, as if each actor is in a different movie altogether. The premise is peculiar and lacks a clear purpose. Despite some visually appealing cinematography, the film ultimately falls short. Miller's Girl appears to strive for a steamy and provocative atmosphere but comes across as absurd and contrived. It almost parodies the student-teacher romance genre, rendering it tedious…
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