The Michael Bayification of TMNT was for the most part, a shoot and a miss. I feel like it was an interesting choice to not introduce the turtles for almost 30 minutes and then not have a shred of action until the halfway point of the movie. So much of the movie was giving us information we already knew about this franchise and the barebones plot didn’t make up for it. We get next to no character development with the turtles and what time they do spend fighting, they’re just getting beat up. The casting was also weird and I didn’t like most of the voice actors. Will Arnet is so lifeless and boring that they could have replaced him with anyone and it would have been a better fit. Other than a few chuckles, this is a waste of time.
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Maika Monroe supremacy!
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“If I had hands I could kill myself, if I had legs I could run away, if I had a voice I could talk and be some kind of company for myself. I could yell for help but nobody would help me. SOS.”
Man this was bleak. I’ve had sleep paralysis a few times in my life and the feeling of being conscious but unable to move or communicate is one of the most terrifying things imaginable even for just one minute nevermind a lifetime. This story is beyond a nightmare. War is hell.
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“I used to make people smile”
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Brendan Fraser absolutely deserved his Oscar for this performance. He was phenomenal and so much so that he makes everyone else look sub par. I really couldn’t stand Sadie Sink or the missionary character and their parts in the movie bring it down significantly. I did however love the way this was shot and the ending was perfect. While I disagree with the notion that people are inherently good, the idea of a man who refuses to externalize his pain on other people was a really interesting topic. I would have loved to have this man as a professor. You know going in anything Aronofsky makes will include things that are difficult to see but that makes him great and the runtime flew by. What does this say about me that I was so hungry after watching this?
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It’s hard to believe that something like this could’ve been made over 100 years ago. Every still in this movie could be hung up on a wall. The first half, which was more hero journey/fantasy epic, was definitely more enjoyable but altogether this was an incredible tale. The more I dip my toes into silent film, the more I’m enjoying the aspect of taking in the physical acting and set design without being bogged down by so much dialogue. This was so fun to just sit back and be absorbed into this world. Definitely need to explore more Fritz Lang.
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“The light shines, even though the star is gone”
Ok but why was the last act of this pure cinema?
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They managed to make the best book into the worst movie, taking 90% of what made it good and trading it for a giant fart cloud and shoddy CGI. As far as movies go it’s not the worst but it’s a slap in the face to the source material, I just know C.S. Lewis was rolling in his grave. Greta if can hear me please redeem this mess I’m begging you 🙏🏻
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One thing this movie got right is how useless the police are.
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To Live and Die in LA is the epitome of 80’s pop culture. It’s oozing with a definitive style from the synth soundtrack to the costumes to the sexy cars. The color scheme and cinematography were gorgeous and it was the standout of the movie. This film definitely trades a lot of depth for style and I don’t fault it much for that because it does it so well.
Willem Dafoe is the star of the show here and it was cool to see one of his earlier roles. The other performances were mostly okay. The “protagonist” was a toxic prick and I honestly was rooting against him the whole time, safe to say I was satisfied with his demise. I didn’t love the ending however as it seemed sort of sloppily pieced together and awkward.
Overall though this had some great action and it was worth a watch for the car chase alone. I will say there is a startling amount of man ass in this so fair warning if that’s not your thing.
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Didn’t majorly connect with this. I don’t know if it was the disjointed style of story telling that didn’t give me a chance to care or what but the story didn’t do much to move me. The performances from the leads was the standout and was expected from these two. I honestly just want to know if she won the competition or not.
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Ok I was not expecting this to wreck me like it did.
Was it slightly cheesy? Of course it was, but what rom-com isn’t? Though, with its genius venture into sci-fi elements, I’m not sure you can even call it that. I was really expecting this to be your standard love story but I was pleasantly surprised that it ended up being so much more. With such an intriguing premise, this pulls you in quickly and doesn’t let go until it’s done telling you what it has to tell you. Exploring the nature of relationships of all kind, About Time expertly weaves a story about love, loss, and regret. It’s both hilarious and heartbreaking and I fully wasn’t ready for the father and son aspect of this which really became the focal point by the end.
While it didn’t delve too much into the intricacies of how the time travel works, I liked that it made you think about the consequences of trying to change your past. In all honestly though, the least realistic thing about this was that Domhnall Gleeson could have a shot at both Margot Robbie AND Rachel McAdams. Can’t hate on a player though and respect for Ginger representation ✊🏻
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Average Boeing flight.
If nothing else this movie is hilarious.
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Heard they’re planning on making a sequel to this so I had to give it a rewatch. Also I loved the Aaron Paul cameo at the end, I like to think it was actually Jesse from breaking bad getting some gaming in between meth batches.
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Even with knowing all the twists this still had me locked in the whole time. The performances are everything. Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, and Paul Dano are all at their peak in one movie. Still 10/10.
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50% fart jokes, 50% time puns, 100% Jessica Alba in skin tight leather. No regrets.
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Great performances by both Culkin and Eisenberg. I loved the humor in this and I really feel like Kieran was just playing himself. The classical music score was a huge highlight for me as it perfectly coincided with the complexity of the characters. The complicated brotherly love dynamic in this really hit home for me. I loved the depth it got into in the more serious parts and the scene at the concentration camp was nothing short of haunting. This movie was stripped down and real while still maintaining a lighthearted feel. Fun watch.
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THE BLUEPRINT
That last shot was worth the 3.5 hours alone.
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“The world cannot live without love”
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I too have a red beard.
Ashamed to say this is my first Kurosawa film but after seeing this I know I have to dig into the rest of his work now. I don’t know why I’ve put it off for so long. This is a hefty movie and I’d be lying if I said I watched it all in one sitting. Much of the film explores the nature of real poverty and the harsh affects it has on both physical and mental health. I think it was way ahead of its time in exploring the latter.
I really enjoyed the vignette style of storytelling and the growth of humility in Yasumoto along the way. The film is gorgeous with some of the best use of lighting I think I’ve seen. The eyes are the window to the soul and how Kurosawa intentionally focuses on and illuminates them in his characters here tells us so much of what is happening on the inside. Pretty genius.
I will say I think it did drag in some places and could’ve stood to be 20 minutes shorter. Overall though this is a great look into the human condition and a lesson on how giving of yourself to others is the best thing for us. Should be seen by all.
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While this does feel like it follows the formula of the original movie down to a T, it does it well. I also like what it did to differentiate itself with the final alien/mutant/baby situation. Having a character that’s carrying human life along side the alien hosts is a cool dynamic. The setting of the rapidly approaching planet rings was amazing and the final kill was so cool. I may biased because I love Cailee Spaeny but her performance alongside David Jonsson was fantastic. All in all, while it didn’t do much to further the franchise I enjoyed this refreshing rehash of a great movie.
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A monumental movie both in terms of the runtime and in everything it embarks to address in it’s staggering 3.5 hours. First I want to say that this film looks amazing and has some breathtaking shots that completely absorb you. There were a few times I literally thought to myself, “wow I’m actually experiencing this right now”. The VistaVision was awesome and I’d like to see more directors use it in the future.
What you’ve heard about part 1 being the better of the two is probably true but not drastically. The thing I actually wasn’t the biggest fan of was the transition from part 2 to the epilogue. It was jarring and the ending felt somewhat botched. To have over 3 hours of my time lead to that moment left me feeling short changed.
All of that being said, there is so much that makes this worthy of the praise it’s getting, from the symbolism and themes to the amazing performances from Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce, to the delicious cinematography and epic score. Do yourself a favor and see this in theaters, I promise it won’t be the same on streaming.
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Just a green screen and a dream. Look, is this a “good movie” by any stretch of the imagination? No. But is it nostalgic and fun as hell? Absolutely. Also what is this cast? Why is Elijah Wood in this for 2 minutes? I imagine he was just looking for things to do between Lord of the Rings movies.
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Dave Matthews jumpscare!
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A man who knows everyone but has no one. He can’t be fulfilled, but he can drink. He can’t attain wealth, but he can be his own man. He can’t bring peace, but he can obstruct those who would prolong war. He can’t save a dying friend, but he can see to his funeral. He can’t end the exploitation of women, but he can broker sex tourism in an upstanding way. A virtuous pimp. Who would have thought it possible?
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I love that Jake Gyllenhaal gives 110% in everything he’s in. He can make a meh movie decent and a good movie great.
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People call each other the names their parents made up for them, but they won't believe in God.
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“Here Lieth Beech Buchanan Protected by the Ejaculation of Serpents”
As a huge fan of Midsommar, I knew I had to get to The Wicker Man sooner or later. Especially when it featured one of my favorite actors, Sir Christopher Lee. I truly wasn’t disappointed.
Using pagan/folk/cult elements in a horror film is a match made in well…hell, due of the mysterious and mystical nature of the subject. It immediately creates a sense of unease and unfamiliarity that at the same time intrigues you and piques your curiosity. This movie brilliantly wastes no time to introduce us to these oddities and by 20 minutes, we’re in full blown “what the hell” territory.
Having a pious policeman as our point of view dramatically increases the contrast between what we’re used to and what is strangely normal to the residents of this island. What is presented in the beautiful setting of Scotland and the quiet unassuming village makes it all the more eerie. There’s no scary monsters or cackling villains to behold but you know that this man is doomed as soon as he steps foot on the island.
I loved what this movie did with music. On paper having a horror film turn into an outright musical in parts doesn’t sound like it would work. However, after finishing it I am 100% certain that this film would be considerably less effective without it. It’s eerie and works it’s way under your skin and it’s actually good which is more than I can say for a lot of musicals.
At an efficient 90 minutes this film manages to go from 0 to 100 at an impressive rate. And yet, it doesn’t feel rushed and takes it’s time where it needs to. There are so many scenes that I know will be ingrained in my mind for a long time. This is a movie that sticks you like a thorn and keeps you thinking about it long after it’s over.
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Pretty much everything about this besides Anna Kendrick was mediocre. The serial killer felt more like a neck beard 4chaner than an actual intimidating presence so the fear aspect mostly fell flat for me. Every side character felt pointless and not well thought out. The fractured plotting just didn’t really come together and lacked focus. The best part of this was actually the underlying humor and that it’s based on a true story. There was a lot of potential for this to be great and don’t get me wrong it was okay, just forgettable.
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Kelly Reichardt’s ability to make her characters feel real is unmatched and when characters feel real, you care about them more. This one didn’t sink the emotional hooks into me like her other films but her slow, methodical show don’t tell style is still shining. Here she displays the freedom of knowing that not everyone can show up for you but you can show up for yourself. The final scene with her brother and the bird was magical and some of her best. Give me more Kelly!
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Genrebending mumblecore/slasher? I love you Duplass brothers. It’s also crazy that the premise of this movie is that you can make a good movie under a thousand dollars and 15 years later Greta is making movies that gross over a billion.
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One of my favorites from childhood. Haven’t seen it in years and it’s still a lot of fun albeit maybe not the best movie ever like I once thought. The banter and chemistry between RDJ and Jude Law is the highlight. It’s instantly believable that they are inseparable brothers and I love that.
I always wished I had the powers of deduction like Holmes here and I went around sizing people up and making up stories about them in my head, completely baselessly. I’d really like a third installment of this but it’s probably unlikely at this point. Until then I’ll continue to pretend to be a detective.
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“You still owe me 200 dollars”
I honestly thought this was perfect from start to finish. With a chemistry than only a real life father and daughter can have (which is the case), these two main characters absolutely steal the show. I genuinely think this is one of the best child performances I’ve seen. Paper Moon is charming and heartwarming in a way that doesn’t come off as forced or corny. It’s incredibly funny, with witty back and forths and clever schemes in full effect. The last thing I expected from this was action and yet it surprised me how well it’s implemented here. The pacing is so natural and smooth that it feels like you’re tagging along on this unbridled and endearing adventure. This definitely deserves a spot on the best road movies of all time. With an ending that leaves a smile on your face and a tear in your eye, we’re left with a timeless classic that I regret not seeing until now.
“What do people gain from all their labors at which they toil under the sun? Generations come and generations go, but the earth remains forever. The sun rises and the sun sets, and hurries back to where it rises. The wind blows to the south and turns to the north; round and round it goes, ever returning on its course. All streams flow into the sea, yet the sea is never full. To the place the streams come from, there they return again. All things are wearisome, more than one can say. The eye never has enough of seeing, nor the ear its fill of hearing. What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun.”
Life is full of sorrow and joy and this movie elegantly displays the peace that comes from accepting and embracing both at the same time. I love Wim Wenders and his ability to make me just sit and reflect on the nature of life and human existence long after the credits roll. With his most recent film, that I am shamefully just getting to, he explores the idea of living in simplicity and finding real, pure joy in the mundane and everyday.
It leaves you wondering, is this enough? Am I content with what I have? And why can’t a monotonous and routine day not be fully enjoyed? Its the idea that the little wonders that exist all around us are just waiting for someone to slow down and discover their beauty. Perfect Days is beautiful because it brings those things that are so easily missed into the spotlight. And I’m left realizing that a simple, quiet and peaceful life comes from within and can be easily obtained doing anything, even scrubbing toilets.
“Next time is next time, now is now”
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This genuinely might be one of the worst movies I’ve ever seen. Hooray for Santy Claus was a banger though.
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As far as adaptations go, this was incredibly solid. After watching the 1922 version recently, I can say this is extremely faithful, almost to a fault. I think the movie does just enough to differentiate itself but at at times I felt like I was watching the same movie again.
This was an incredibly well shot film with gorgeously dark gothic imagery. Pretty much what you would expect it to be based on it coming from Robert Eggers and the source material. At first, I wasn’t fully convinced as far as the performances go but as the movie went on Lily-Rose Depp got better and better and once Willem Dafoe entered the situation, it was full speed ahead.
I will say one thing…this was pretty horny. They gave us the vampire dong that Twilight failed to deliver. My favorite part was when Nosferatu said “I vant to suck your tits”. The final shot was perfection and all in all I can’t wait for Nosfera2!
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How many times are they going to keep making the same movie? This was comically bad and nothing we haven’t seen before. Also in what world would a Catholic or Protestant agree to work with a witch doctor to cast out a demon when they consider it demonic? Just silly.
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My horror loving in-laws decided this is what they wanted to watch to get in the Christmas spirit tonight. This wasn’t bad per se, it just felt like it relied heavily on every horror cliché that ever existed. The movie also had a knack for getting me hooked and then veering off over and over until the ending which I wasn’t the biggest fan of. There was a lot that I liked stylistically, the camera work was sharp and had a lot of really interesting shots. The performances weren’t bad either despite the bland script. While I probably won’t watch it again, I can appreciate that it gave me the creeps a few times and that was fun! Definitely better with friends or family.
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I wouldn’t touch you with a 39 and 1/2 foot pole is a crazy roast
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That rabbit must have been fried out of its mind
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Is this the GOAT Christmas movie? Quite possibly. Chris Columbus magic ✨
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Akin to Trainspotting, this would have been impossible to watch without subtitles. This was great child acting by the main character, and was the highlight of the film. A bleak and realistic view on class and the upbringing of the next generation that stays bleak until the end. I do feel like the story needed something more and was lacking a depth that would have taken it to the next level. I’d like to see an update on Casper’s life, where he went, what he did and if he ever trained another hawk. Life is cruel man.
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Give Ralph fiennes an award for his performance here. There’s a lot of cool shots and it’s paced beautifully but the ending felt a bit gimmicky and out of left field. Also what does the pope even do??
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Over 100 years old and still really creepy. It’s amazing how it holds up most of the time, though it does move pretty slow in places. I loved seeing the iconic shots and the black and white contrast was amazing. Can’t wait to see what Eggers does with this!
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I’m Firepuma142 on Twitch, do you game?
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I’m a sucker for prison breaks and this one really did it for me. There were so many cool aspects to this firstly being that Jean Keraudy was hired to play himself in a movie about his own escape, what a flex. Did some Wikipedia-ing into his life and his story is really interesting if you have the time.
The movie deliberately and methodically shows every grueling strike, chisel and saw that it took for the men to find freedom and in doing so, puts weight into their efforts. You would think it would be boring to watch someone hammer away at cement for over half the movie but I could have watched it all day.
Another thing I noticed is how the absence of any score allows us to hear every footstep, crunch of a rock and whisper. It also adds to the theme of confinement and dehumanization. I loved how this film had room to breathe and something as simple as digging a hole became enthralling.
Every character was unique and had their own motivations for wanting/not wanting to escape which made them really easy to invest in. The way the twist at the end was incorporated was masterful and every creative method used to escape was so interesting. Definitely watch this if you like escape movies.
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We all need a little punk in our lives! 🤘🏻
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Nothing I could say about this even matters. Transcendentally epic.
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Thought this may be less disturbing 13 years later…it’s not. What an interesting decision to start the series out like this but I guess it kept me watching.
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Get me a juice box beyotch!
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- Big Fish
- Juno
- My Neighbor Totoro
- My Girl
- Coco
- Southpaw
- The Notebook
- Manchester by the Sea
- Little Women
- Frybread Face and Me
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- The Royal Tenenbaums
- The Boondock Saints
- The Breakfast Club
- Reservoir Dogs
- Joker
- Lost in Translation
- Fight Club
- Fallen Angels
- The Brutalist
- Girl, Interrupted
...plus 15 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
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- The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
- The Princess Bride
- Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
- The Iron Giant
- Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
- Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
- Lost in Translation
- Frances Ha
- Requiem for a Dream
- 12 Angry Men
...plus 46 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
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- Skyfall
- On Her Majesty's Secret Service
- Goldfinger
- GoldenEye
- The Spy Who Loved Me
- Licence to Kill
- The Living Daylights
- From Russia with Love
- The Man with the Golden Gun
- Live and Let Die
...plus 8 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
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- Call Me by Your Name
- American Hustle
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
- The Nice Guys
- Carrie
- Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
- Greenberg
- mother!
- Glass Onion
- Gone Girl
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- Raiders of the Lost Ark
- The Empire Strikes Back
- Jurassic Park
- Gladiator
- The Hunt for Red October
- The Hangover
- Patriot Games
- Dances with Wolves
- National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
- Cast Away
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]]>Films Ranked
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
- 127 Hours
- Paris, Texas
- Heat
- They Cloned Tyrone
- Old Joy
- Phantom Thread
- Mermaids
- Tammy and the T-Rex
- Stay
- Creep
...plus 6 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
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]]>- Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
- The Empire Strikes Back
- Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
- Return of the Jedi
- Star Wars
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones
- Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi
- Solo: A Star Wars Story
...plus 1 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
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]]>As I watch them
]]>List of standout directorial debuts
- Citizen Kane
- Reservoir Dogs
- The Virgin Suicides
- Pride & Prejudice
- Get Out
- Lady Bird
- Eighth Grade
- Ex Machina
- American Beauty
- The Witch
...plus 8 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
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]]>Movies that focus on the bonds that make us human
- Old Joy
- The Banshees of Inisherin
- The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
- Frances Ha
- Star Wars
- The Breakfast Club
- The Outsiders
- The Perks of Being a Wallflower
- Stand by Me
- Superbad
...plus 11 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.
]]>Ranking of the Bruce Wayne cinematic universe starting with Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman
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