The controversial Sam Levinson and Abel Tesfaye, a.k.a. “The Weeknd,” feel like a match made in heaven. They both love Hollywood glitz. They often explore the darker sides of sex and pleasure. Neither hits 100% with their target audiences. You would argue they often alienate their fans. Yet at the same time, both find ways … Continue reading The Idol – Episode 1 – “Pop Tarts & Rat Tales” Recap
SXSW 2023: ‘I Used to Be Funny’ – A Rachel Sennott Dramatic Vehicle
There were not many stars minted at SXSW in the last few years. However, after the release of Shiva Baby, Bodies Bodies Bodies and Bottoms, it's clear that Rachel Sennott pulled it off. The actress showed range over the three films, highlighting her comedic timing and dramatic skillset. Yet I Used to Be Funny serves … Continue reading SXSW 2023: ‘I Used to Be Funny’ – A Rachel Sennott Dramatic Vehicle
SXSW 2023: ‘Bottoms’ Brings Anarchy and Comedy to High School Fight Club
Brash and absurd humor rarely finds its place in the limelight. Yet every so often, one breaks through in a big way. Bottoms from director Emma Seligman should be one of those unique experiences. The director fully commits to the world she's created, existing somewhere between earnest high school comedy and full-blown parody. With an … Continue reading SXSW 2023: ‘Bottoms’ Brings Anarchy and Comedy to High School Fight Club
Review: ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ Blends Thriller and Mystery Elements for the Social Media Age
Nothing gets the thriller juices flowing quite like a wee bit of classism. While not full-blown horror like Texas Chainsaw or Friday the 13th, plenty of great films use the backbone of economic hardship to tell wild genre stories. Classics like The Stepford Wives and Rosemary's Baby were light on the literal scares but chilled to the … Continue reading Review: ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ Blends Thriller and Mystery Elements for the Social Media Age