Movie / Film Reviews

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Wind River

Allison Rose | Aug 11, 2017

There is a reason Wind River is gaining momentum. While it can be hard to watch at times, it is a compelling story that envelopes the audience from the opening scenes.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature

Allison Rose | Aug 10, 2017

Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature's animation is well done and the colors are typical of an animated feature geared towards younger audiences. Vibrant greens and reds catch the eye beautifully and the dark colors are still bright enough to not overshadow the scenes.

Full Review | Grade: B

Atomic Blonde

Allison Rose | Jul 26, 2017

While I expected one of the plot twists in the film (making it somewhat predictable), I didn’t see a second one that blindsided me at the end of the film and made for a nice surprise. Atomic Blonde had good flow and pacing and just the right amount of action so it didn’t go over the top.

Full Review | Grade: A

Dunkirk

Allison Rose | Jul 18, 2017

Hans Zimmer’s score also added an additional element to the overall feel of Dunkirk and helped build the suspense and momentum throughout. The cinematography was exceptional with shots from above of a vast waterway and close up views of the beach, inside a ship, and the French shoreline.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Big Sick

Allison Rose | Jul 07, 2017

The sincerity of the tale and the unexpected success of Nanjiani as the male lead make The Big Sick tantalizing and infectiously (pun intended) appealing. In a world full of explosions and car chases, this movie offers something different and executes it nicely.

Full Review | Grade: A

Spider-Man: Homecoming

Allison Rose | Jun 29, 2017

With the young cast Spider-Man: Homecoming, it is certainly geared to appeal to a tween/teen audience... Perhaps Marvel is finally trying to lighten things up a bit and if so, this was a good start and paves the way to an already announced sequel.

Full Review | Grade: B

Despicable Me 3

Allison Rose | Jun 29, 2017

Despicable Me 3 has a lot going for it yet, somehow, it just doesn’t have the same feel as the first two films and drags a little.

Full Review | Grade: C

Rough Night

Allison Rose | Jun 15, 2017

In terms of a female-centered comedy, Rough Night gives it a good shot but just falls a little short. It has a great cast, but a lackluster script.

Full Review | Grade: C

Cars 3

Allison Rose | Jun 15, 2017

Better than the second film but not as good as the first, Cars 3 is still an uplifting story that will probably resonate with little kids. It also gives us a new, female racecar to emulate in what is clearly the year of the female.

Full Review | Grade: C