Review: A Whole New ‘Strange World’ for You and Me

The Walt Disney studios first released a full-length animated movie in 1937, a full eighty-five years ago. Eighty- five years before that, the United States was still 9 years away from engaging in civil war. Perhaps a strange way to begin a review, but not without context. Eighty-five years is a long time when generational … Continue reading Review: A Whole New ‘Strange World’ for You and Me

Review: ‘Ambulance’ or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Michael Bay

When one thinks of Michael Bay, explosions are sure to follow. The blockbuster director remains one of the few maximalist filmmakers in the industry, with a filmmaking style that many write off as tacky. Yet to know Bay's filmography is to know the pleasures and tribulations of excess. While the films themselves create a salad of … Continue reading Review: ‘Ambulance’ or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Michael Bay

Review: John C. Reilly Delivers a Career Best Performance in ‘The Sisters Brothers’

One of the most underrated actors of his generation, John C. Reilly has long been a very powerful character actor when given the opportunity. However, for many in my generation, Reilly has become known for his comedic turns in Talladega Nights and Step Brothers. However, the classically trained actor has long been a standout character actor in some … Continue reading Review: John C. Reilly Delivers a Career Best Performance in ‘The Sisters Brothers’