Melancholia Review
Lars Von Trier’s latest is divided into two sections. Part One is a dysfunctional wedding. Part Two is about the possible end of life on Earth. Oddly, Part One is more depressing.
Lars Von Trier’s latest is divided into two sections. Part One is a dysfunctional wedding. Part Two is about the possible end of life on Earth. Oddly, Part One is more depressing.
Werner Herzog’s latest examines the death penalty, particularly how it pertains to a triple-homicide in Texas. While no Herzog film is bad, this is not one of his best.
A younger sister of the Olsen twins shines as a troubled young lady who has experienced some time down on the farm. However, the farm is more a Charlie Manson ranch than heartland.
The third Harold & Kumar movie may have more in common with "A Christmas Story" than "Bad Santa", as the real goal is not so much finding a White Castle as finding an old friend.
Eddie Murphy shines in this surprisingly enjoyable post-Madoff caper flick from Brett Ratner.
Young and stupid love is on display, although I question the love part a bit, in this tale of two twenty somethings that don’t have a clue about life.
"O, for a muse of fire" that would burn away all memory of this schlocky literary melodrama.
Another retro sci-fi future from director Andrew Niccol, this one a riff on "Logan’s Run" in which time literally is money.
A man is either going insane, can see the future, or both. Michael Shannon is the man and Jeff Nichols directs. The result proves again why Shannon is one of the best, and director Nichols is every bit as magnificent.
Three estranged brothers, led by WWE wrestler John Cena, are brought back together at the wishes of their recently dead dad. It’s not half as bad as it should be because newcomer Boyd Holbrook might be an actor to keep an eye on.
| ★★★★★ | Perfection |
| ★★★★☆ | Outstanding |
| ★★★☆★☆ | Excellent |
| ★★★☆☆ | Very good |
| ★★☆★☆☆ | Good |
| ★★☆☆☆ | OK |
| ★☆★☆☆☆ | Pretty Bad |
| ★☆☆☆☆ | Poor |
| ☆★☆☆☆☆ | Blech! |
| No Stars | Fail! |