Alan French Awards, Feature, Movies

AJ’s Personal Ballot (If I Had an Oscar Vote) for 2018 Part 2: Animated, Doc, & Screenplay

We're back with the 2nd part of my personal ballot today! Lots of more great stuff to get through, so let's dive in. Just a quick recap of where I left off yesterday: AJ’s Nomination Count 6 – First Man (2 Wins) & Black Panther (2 Wins) 3 – If Beale Street Could Talk (2 Wins), Roma 2 – A Quiet Place, Annihilation, Crazy … Continue reading AJ’s Personal Ballot (If I Had an Oscar Vote) for 2018 Part 2: Animated, Doc, & Screenplay

Alan French Feature, Genre, Movies, Rankings and Lists

Top 25 Rewatchable Movies of 2018

There's often a divide between critics and audiences on the ways that many films are perceived. Oftentimes, I'm asked about the watchability of many films I love, including The Florida Project, Blue Valentine, and more. Those movies are fantastic. They're also movies I can only watch once a year if that. There are many who try to … Continue reading Top 25 Rewatchable Movies of 2018

Alan French Comedy, Feature, Movies, Reviews

Review: ‘Eighth Grade’ is One of the Most Honest Films of the Year

Back in April, I was lucky enough to attend a screening of the Bo Burnham film "Eighth Grade" at a film festival. The movie spoke to me instantly, especially as someone who considers themselves extremely shy and socially awkward. Even if you haven't experienced those feelings, "Eighth Grade" is one of the most emotionally sincere movies you will … Continue reading Review: ‘Eighth Grade’ is One of the Most Honest Films of the Year