Filming a movie in general takes a committed team and a clear-cut vision to execute what has been written on the page. A franchise installment is another beast entirely, especially one as part of a larger cinematic universe. At its best, new HBO series The Franchise emulates short-lived Reboot in its approach to the ridiculousness … Continue reading TV Review: The Franchise
Film Review: Cat Person
★★★ After its muted debut at Sundance, star-studded Cat Person seemed to fade quickly. Despite offers from Netflix and other studios including Bleecker Street, the film somehow ended up streaming on Hoopla, a service free to anyone with a library card. Despite its puzzling journey to audience accessibility, this romance/thriller still remained on my must-see … Continue reading Film Review: Cat Person
Tribeca 2023: Our Son
★★★ LBGT+ filmmaking always catches my eye when checking out the exciting slate for upcoming film festivals. Who better to tackle a layered movie about divorce and parenting than writer/director Bill Oliver—his previous feature, Ansel Elgort sci-fi oddity Jonathan, was an effective and surprisingly emotional treat. Our Son weaves the complexities of a standard heterosexual … Continue reading Tribeca 2023: Our Son