★★★ Asian representation in animated film gets a major push in Paramount+ title, The Tiger’s Apprentice. The first thing that caught my eye here was the obviously excellent voice cast, including Brandon Soo Hoo (Incredible Crew, Tropic Thunder), Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians, A Simple Favor), Sandra Oh (Grey’s Anatomy, Killing Eve), and Michelle Yeoh … Continue reading Film Review: The Tiger’s Apprentice
Film Review: Quiz Lady
★★★★ Playing entirely against type, actresses Awkwafina (Ocean’s Eight, Crazy Rich Asians) and Sandra Oh (Grey’s Anatomy, Killing Eve) team up to channel female energy and redefine the bonds of sisterhood in game show tribute, Quiz Lady. It first screened at 2023’s Toronto International Film Festival, from Hulu and 20th Century Studios—now, this charming comedy … Continue reading Film Review: Quiz Lady
Film Review: Umma
★★ If not for Sandra Oh’s committed performance in this allegorical ghostly horror, Umma would be borderline unwatchable. A PG-13 rated flick from director Iris K. Shim and produced by genre maven Sam Raimi should have easily been a home run. Throw in a unique flavor of Korean mythology, a dark, contained story, and a … Continue reading Film Review: Umma