Tag: 2024
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Season 2 of Beauty in Black Is Coming—And the Family Feuds Are About to Get Even Darker
There’s something for everyone, but not everything appeals to all. The critiques and accolades for Tyler Perry’s diverse projects are demonstrative of this point. Perry is both experienced and still evolving. Like any creative, Perry’s work maintains a delicate balance. “Beauty in Black” is one of his creations that leans more toward positive reception, as…
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A Horror Film That Lingers: Why The Curse of the Sin Eater Stays With You
Films have the potential to affect us in numerous ways, some positively and others not so much. Not everything is immediately obvious; sometimes, you must dig deeper to find valuable insights. This was my experience with the 2024 horror film The Curse of the Sin Eater. At first, I hesitated to watch it since the…
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The Magic of “Piece by Piece”
Dramatized biographies explore the subject’s experiences through a more creative lens. These pieces focus less on a direct perspective, offering more creative freedom. Examples include “Ray,” “One Love,” and “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” among others. Few works are so creative that they deserve special attention, and “Piece by Piece,” a biographical documentary about the legendary…
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Gore, Grief, and Madness: The Unrelenting Terror of “Grafted”
There’s horror, and then there’s a whole other level of terror. One viewing of Sasha Rainbow’s Grafted and one recognizes a keen insight into what inspires terror. Grafted is shockingly disturbing. The film’s unsettling imagery and haunting narrative make Grafted a standout in contemporary horror cinema. This film showcases Rainbow’s potential to carve out a…
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Humane”: A Grim Look at Society That Falls Short
What’s in a title? There is a lot indeed. A title holds tremendous significance, which is why screenwriters meticulously choose names for their creations. A compelling title grabs the audience’s attention and sets the tone for the story. It can convey the essence of the plot or themes, intriguing potential viewers and encouraging them to…
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Gladiator II: A Journey Through Blood and Honor
Themes of liberation, responsibility, and echoes of one’s actions: “What is done in life echoes in history.”
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The Woman of the Hour: Layers of Darkness
Titles can be misleading, for better or for worse. Regrettably, this can present a significant challenge. A title can cause potential viewers to keep scrolling past. There is a missed opportunity to make an impact. This happens often and almost happened to me. Despite having it on my list, I can’t recall how many times…
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The Weight of Blooms: Extreme Emotionalism of “It Ends With Us”
Some films are so profoundly stirring that no words can adequately articulate them—they are simply rare gems. Some movies have a rich narrative that underpins the depth of emotion in the film; its interwoven into the screenplay and nothing needs to be added. Then there are those features where the actors bring such passion and…
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Shattered Reflections in “Here After”: The Mirror of Guilt
An accident reveals hidden family secrets and strains in their relationship. The film, “The Here After,” creatively explores themes of death, guilt, and twin connections,
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Fear Has No Face: The Strangers: Chapter 1 Explores the Darkness!
“The Strangers: Chapter 1” captivates with a chilling narrative, showcasing a couple’s run in with terror in a small town filled with unsettling locals. The film effectively explores themes of unmotivated violence.
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