In this current, limited, cinematic world full of sequels, franchises, and adaptations, ‘Free Guy’ enters the game as a refreshingly original idea. Guy (played by Ryan Reynolds), a non-player character in the fictional video game, Free City lives a pleasant life as a bank teller, dreams of one day breaking free of his regimented video game existence. In doing so, ‘Free Guy’ crafts what can easily be considered a perfect summer film.
Read MoreIt might be contentious among critics, and certainly targets a particular kind of film lover as its audience, but “Malcolm & Marie” is an absolute godsend of a film that demands viewing when it arrives on Netflix this Friday.
Read MoreSetting aside all of its eyesore-inducing cinematography and wasted cast, cinema’s most blatant attempt yet to capitalize on COVID-19, an action-infused romance set in a nightmare scenario imagined future, can be boiled down to one word: offensive.
Read MoreBill Murray turns in yet another delightful performance in his big-screen reunion with Sofia Coppola, and his chemistry with Rashida Jones allows “On the Rocks” to overcome the flaws that become apparent when he isn’t on screen.
Read MoreThough suffering from some typical romantic cliches, the film is strong in its emotional center and reels the audience in with promises of hope and faith.
Read MoreLife Itself is a deeply personal film in which writer/director Dan Fogelman clearly wears his heart on his sleeve.
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