★★ Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos often flirts with pretentious vibes and niche indie cliche; up until his newest, Kinds of Kindness, that delicate balance would mostly work. This strangely constructed set of unconnected stories recycles the same actors, failing to live up to the promise of an intriguing first installment. Neverthless, we do we get … Continue reading Film Review: Kinds of Kindness
Film Review: Windfall
★★ Windfall is sadly a missed opportunity that collects a trio of fantastic actors—Jason Segel, Lilly Collins, Jesse Plemons—and wastes them. Co-written and directed by Charlie McDowell, I could not shake the feeling that something was missing. Three nameless characters reflect the minimal amount of effort that feels poured into Windfall. This crime thriller is … Continue reading Film Review: Windfall