A stellar follow-up to an already stellar film that may not ooze the same unique style, but it brings the core and heart from its predecessor back tenfold.
Tag: film
Eddington – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
A no-doubt divisive western that uses the insanity of pandemic times to comment on the degradation of our relationships and perception of reality.
Sinners – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
A phenomenal combination of period drama and vampire horror that re-contextualizes the influence of cultural assimilation through fun horror action and incredible musical moments.
Drop – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
A serviceable, contained thriller with some solid ideas, just not always the most engaging execution.
The BEST and WORST Movies of 2024
Ranking of all 104 movies I saw in 2024!
Anora – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
One of the funniest films of the year, possessing standout lead and supporting roles, a colorful and frenetic visual style, and an ever changing, electric narrative.
Megalopolis – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
An insane mess of an epic that still has some admirable qualities to unearth.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
A honorable follow-up to a classic, full of creative set design and direction while housing a passable but overstuffed story.
Strange Darling – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
A highly entertaining and creative spin on the cat-and-mouse thriller that controversially tackles themes like consent and manipulation.
Maxxxine – REVIEW & COCKTAIL
A stylish but scatterbrained slasher whose focus remains too all over the map to achieve the same fun as its predecessors.
The Martini Shot 