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Dune: Part Two (2024)
masterpiece.
Here is the best part about seeing Dune: Part Two in cinema-it almost didn't happen. It was the last day of the showing at my cinema, and my sister was late I wanted to experience this in the cinema and at last, I did and it was spectacular. It's funny how I have so many words, yet no words at all to describe the feeling of watching this masterpiece. Denis Villeneuve is one of a kind. His vision transcends into this, and please, I am begging you to give this man all awards ever.
It's visually special for sure, but the actors...well they act.
Timothée Chalamet once again proves that he is the leader of the new acting generation. He is mature and serious and we see his process of growing and changing.
Rebecca Ferguson & Austin Butler are probably two of the biggest standouts in this film (along with Chalamet. In every scene, they are in their command. I am looking forward to seeing Florence in the third part because she is the force.
Need to mention the score because wow, Hans Zimmer just won his second Oscar for this film.
It's a masterpiece.
Poor Things (2023)
Best Actress Emma Stone
Poor Thins was the last Best Picture nominee on my list.
As someone who likes the work of Lanthimos but does not *love it* I didn't know what to expect all I can say is I love it!
For me, this film represents female liberation like no other. Bella represents the new beginning and self-discovery. Emma should win an Oscar for this is not even questionable.
The scenes are magnificent and the whole world Lanthimos created is stunning to look at.
The cast (for the most part) delivers outstanding performances even though their accents sometimes miss the mark.
The only cast member that I found lacking was Margaret Qualley.
It's an outstanding film that deserves the recognition it got and it's the perfect feminist text. I loved it.
One Day (2024)
Beautiful pain.
As someone who never read the book or seen the movie from 2011, One Day was quite a new story for me.
I didn't expect this show to be any good, to be honest. But I ended up loving it more than I expected.
I love the concept of One Day. That idea that we can follow people only one day in a year and yet have the perfect conclusion of their life (hey Before trilogy is my favorite trilogy of all time).
This story is heartbreaking but beautiful. It represents life.
Ambika Mod should be a contender for Emmy. She is so manifest in this role as Emma. I loved her from the first to the last moment. She and Leo Woodall are a perfect match while they explore multiple themes from loneliness to conquering fear of being with the right person down to loss and pain.
It's one of those I will re-watch multiple times.
All of Us Strangers (2023)
What is loneliness?
This film must be one of the strangest (no pun intended), and yet most fascinating films I ever saw.
It's a perfect exploration of loneliness.
From the beginning, everything seems so surreal. At one point, I was sure that we were going to dive into a horror almost (by the way Andrew Haigh should make a horror movie he has an eye for it) but then it turned into a painful story.
And if you are queer writer without parents (we are not talking about Adam-rather about me) well, it will hit you like a thousand bricks.
I love the lightning that made the whole feeling even more surreal.
But the performances are the stand out here.
Andrew Scott my brother Academy robbed you big time.
Clair and Jaime are fantastic at bringing people stuck in the '80s back to life.
And Paul...I would sell my soul for 10 minutes in your arms.
I loved this movie more than I expected.
The Zone of Interest (2023)
a horror film
If there is a way to describe this film in easy terms, that would be "This is a horror film" but not in terms of genre. No. This is a real description of what horror is.
In (approximately)105-ish minutes, Jonathan Glazer brings up the part of the history that was so scary. Even scarier is that he places us in the skin of those people.
We need to see them as "normal" families, with the sounds of occasional screams and trains coming from the outside reminding us of what is behind that wall.
It avodis WW2 scenery. Using digital cameras and locations that are new rather than old, we get a different experience than we usually would.
Knowing that he used hidden cameras and sounding we are truly witnessing one family's life. From time to time, it gets boring. And that's where the true horror is.
This serves as a reminder that we are constantly watching suffering and more often than not, don't do anything to stop it. We are witnessing one right now as a matter of fact, and the world is silent because, for some in positions of power, livelihood and industry matter more than life.
That's this film.
This film must be one of the most important films made in the last ten years.
La sociedad de la nieve (2023)
This is how you tell the important story.
This film might be one of the best movies I've ever seen.
I saw the film based on the same story from '93, but that one doesn't do the same as this one does.
It's my first introduction to J. A. Bayona and his directing style and I loved it.
Placing a plot in the same place surrounded by snow (which automatically means a lack of color) can be both tiring and boring but it's the investment in the survival of those boys, is that keeps your attention on at all times.
He is not scared to be raw and real by using close-up shots where we can see the skin of those boys and their dried lips till the end when the clothes are taken off and we see the bodies.
It's not an easy film.
Also, the choice of the narrator (I won't spoil it)was so perfect, and by the end of the film, it breaks you.
Spain you might have a foreigner feature in the bag.
The Fall of the House of Usher (2023)
Flanagan did it. Again.
Is it bold of me to say that Mike Flanagan makes no mistakes? Maybe but for better or for worse, Flanagan makes no mistakes!
This, however, might be his greatest achievement to date. It's a masterpiece in every bit of that word.
In 8 episodes, he demonstrates his impressive knowledge of Poe's work turning his immortal poems into one perfect story.
It's dark, unmerciful, and gore but it's so beautiful.
The cast helps a lot in bringing this story to life. Especially Carla Gugino as someone who holds this show on her back and also incredible Willa Fitzgerald who is captivating in every scene she is in.
It's one of those shows that even if you are not a fan of horror-you should watch it, because it's worth your experience.
No Hard Feelings (2023)
It can be too much. But also it's FUN!
I have to admit-I am not a fan of American comedy.
Usually, it's just too much, and the huor always sounds the same, but here we are with the big return of Jennifer Lawrence-and I like it. There is something so charming about this film. It helps that she is naturally funny, and I love how she embraced her love and talent in comedy.
The movie plays perfectly with the good old "going to uni without experience" stereotype but adds a modern twist.
Lawrence and Feldman have cute brother-sister chemistry, and they have endless fun filming this.
Of course, there are moments where the movie was too much and not my taster but for the most part-it's fun.
Creed III (2023)
Michael B. Jordan puts his heart into this film.
Michale B. Jordan has come a long way since starring in the first part of the Creed to directing this film. I am not a franchise girl. I love and prefer individual, and original films. That being said if I have favorite series it's Creed. I know about the sport as much as Ailen knows about protein shakes, but I love the heart behind it. He puts every bit of his heart behind this film which means a lot to him.
The movie, however, doesn't take off for me until the third act. But the third act is so good that it makes up for the slow start. Jordan puts every emotion into his character as he deals with losses and mistakes. His inspirations from manga and anime are also apparent in fights and I love how clear those shots are.
I also have to mention the perfect casting of Mila Davis-Kent as Amara Creed. For the debut role, she shines through the entire film.
I love it, and I am looking forward to the next one.
May December (2023)
What is the truth?
"The truth is just our perception of reality". I read those words once, and it reminied me of this film. What is a truth? For us, the truth is what we see it. Our reality. Even though in the bigger picture things can look way different.
Todd Haynes uses a simple, yet effective style to direct this film. His shoots are long, so often without a cut, but they work perfectly.
On the surface, it's just a drama. Then, by the time you come to an end, it's one of the biggest real-life horror movies ever made.
The acting is a pure masterpiece in this film.
Portman leads the film as an actress preparing to play Moore's character. It feels like she has no personality, all she does is play and by the end, she is turning into Moore. That monologue deserves every praise ever. Moore is perfect in staying mysterious while at the same time thinking she is the innocent one. But the star of the film is Charles Melton. Somehow he managed to bring a 13-year-old boy stuck in the body of a 36-year-old man.
It's a heartbreaking story that has something important to say.
Love at First Sight (2023)
CUTE!
I did not expect anything out of this movie it was pretty cute! It's simple but interesting and very well-directed. I loved the progress of the story, the fact that it takes place in less than 48 hours and how it shows that you don't need more than that to complete all arcs. You don't need to overly complicate the story, to be a good one! This year is a great year for female directors and I think it shows in this case too since Vanessa Caswell manages to make a watchable and enjoyable romantic comedy without being cliche. The casting is perfect, and the leads are respectfully fine (though I was calling her Porcha the entire time you can't escape that) though Jameela Jamil steals the show. It was decent and I loved the ending. That ending was so cute it made me smile.
Past Lives (2023)
Celine Song made a masterpiece.
I want to say so much, and yet I don't know how or where to start. This film made me feel things I thought I couldn't. Maybe because when I was 7 I had a friend who was my first male friend (not boyfriend though) who sat next to me in class and who did pranks with me. He was my soulmate. Maybe because at the end of the school year and ever since we were 8 I never so him again and I missed him for the last 21 years. Or maybe Celine Song just touched something in all of us. Something human. This film is that. Human. This exists to remind us of life and the people that come and go into our lives. Soulmates we got and lost. It's romantic and pure in the best way possible. It's not even necessarily sad, but it's heartbreaking in its way and by the end, I had eyes filled with tears. I wish Song and Lee Oscars. I mean it. I loved this film it's the best this year for me. Please watch it.
(Oh and by the way Tae Yoo is so fine 😉)
Minari (2020)
Work of Art.
Oh wow.
Well, I did not expect to give 10 stars just like that but here we are. This movie was perfect. In every sense of the word. It's interesting because I read " My Antonia" a few months ago. I had no idea that the director, Lee Isaac Chung, was inspired by this story, and yet I saw it right away. His directing style is so beautiful and so special. I loved every scene. The acting was outstanding. Steven Yeun is perfect with very little drama around him, while Youn Yuh-jung EARNED that Oscar big time. I mean even the kids were brilliant. I loved how peaceful this film was. That music by Emile Mosseri was a masterpiece. The story was compiling and beautiful. This film is just a work of art. I can confidently say that Judas and the Black Messiah my favorite film of 2020.
Red, White & Royal Blue (2023)
Red, White & So Much Fun!
It was by far the best way to spend my rainy Tuesday night. I had so much fun. Growing up as a bi, I didn't have much representation so when Alex, a beautiful, confident man, comes out as bi I can't help but smile all the way. They have great chemistry and the story was funny! Funny! The relationship development felt so natural. Taylor and Nick are just great. Nick brought the emotion and Taylor brought great humor. Where one ends, the other one continues. That's great character-building. I loved Miss Uma as a mom president- she was truly the heart of this film. So if you want a great rom-com that touches some serious topics but it's fun-check this one out!
The Little Mermaid (2023)
HALLE WAS BORN FOR THIS
I don't think I can be objective enough because I was in love with this film! Yes, I am aware that it has its flaws but still, this version of the story was so warm and beautiful that I had a smile on my face from the first to the last scene. Halle is my born for this role. She is THE ARIEL. This role feels like it was made for her but I also loved that we got to meet Eric too. Wild Enchanted Waters is a beautiful song. Her chemistry with Jonah Hauer King is the one for the books. Probably one of the best I've ever seen. They are so natural together and just the way they look at each other had 29-year-old me blushing. Please work together again! Loved Javier as a girl Dad suited him so well. Overall I just had the biggest smile and fun time and that's what this movie is made for.
Oppenheimer (2023)
Christopher Nolan made a masterpiece.
Is this the best movie Christopher Nolan ever made? I think so. This movie was a masterpiece. There wasn't a single scene I wanted to skip. I was too captivated by every part of this film. Cillian gives a performance that not only should bring him to his first Academy nomination but IMO should win him the whole thing. So did Downey. This was also the best performance by Emily Blunt I think ever. Matt Damon was fantastic, and Florence was too. Loved the small roles of 3 Academy Award winners with Affleck being terrifying with just a little screen time, Oldman being unrecognizable and Malek stealing the last 20 minutes of the film. Hoyte van Hoytema once again made fantastic cinematography one of his best and Ludwig Göransson ATE that score. I think it's one of the best scores in a film ever. Period! I have chills listening to those melodies even now. What a score.
This film left a big impact on me and I wish Nolan and the crew all luck on award season. But I think that this is his moment.
Barbie (2023)
Barbie is a beautiful love letter to womanhood.
Ever since I saw Lady Bird, I knew that I will love Greta and her style. It was so human and it spoke to me. So when Barbie was released, there was no doubt I will like this film-but not this much. In 114 minutes, Greta serves everything that she intended sending a beautiful positive message about womanhood. What it means to be human, what it means to live in this broken patriarchal system. The message is clear: to be human is to feel. This movie is funny. And as someone who is not a fan of American humor, that's a big one. But I laughed through the entire movie. I also shared a tear. I loved America's monologue about womanhood. I loved Dame Helen Mirren as a narrator-great choice. Margot is a star. Her Barbie is so authentic. She portrays comedy, as well as the emotional part of the character so well. That last scene was so good. Now I can't skip the star of the film, and that is Ryan Gossling. Ken was hilarious and I will quote him for the rest of my life. But also shows that Greta is sweet to men offering them compassion by showing them that they are enough as it is, they don't have to be more than that. Greta (and Noah), really made a beautiful love letter to womanhood by showing all the parts of it-please the scene with the old lady had my heart. Overall it's already classic and the movie, that will probably be one of my comfort movies.
Daisy Jones & The Six (2023)
You know what? The '70s will always be in style
Around March this year, I read the book and though it was the middle of the road for me I was so excited about the show. Almost Famous is one of my all-time favorite films and the idea of the band in the '70s and intense energy between lead singers is something so easy to sell me-I am eating that no matter what. So when I finally got the see this show what happened? It did not disappoint. I'd say I liked it even more than a book for the most part. It was fun but deep. Riley is just the heart and soul of this show every scene where she is in lights up. I loved the music and It's on my Spotify at all times they are just soo good. You also can't deny the influence of Fleetwood Mac here. From the story to the music-its there. Loved the chemistry between Sam and Riley. The fashion was just heaven for my eyes. There were parts of the book that I was missing. Like the famous Billy monologue-my favorite and here it was not that great. Also, Camilla confronts Disay. But overall I loved it a lot.
The Bear (2022)
The Bear Season 2 is a work of art.
If season one was great season 2 was outstanding. The only thing I can complain about is: how is this comedy? I think I cried for more than half of the season. I loved that we got to explore other characters. I got all in love and cry while Richie sings Love Story in the car. Experienced Sid's growth. Follow Marcus in Copenhagen...
The guest actors delivered. Jamie Lee Curtis was, by far, one of the best guest roles on TV ever. Bob, Sarah, Olivia, Will, John & John...all of them brought something new and added something to the show. I loved that we meet Nat more this season, her cute relationship with Sidney. Christmas episode is one of the best TV episodes ever like "Connor's Wedding " level of good.
But the star of the show is JAW. That man is just next level and I felt everything. I cried and laugh with him (shipped him with Sid too, lol sorry Claire shippers).
This show is love.
What a great season. What a great show.
BRAVO CHEF(s)!
Looking for Alaska (2019)
Looking for a reason why
Let's start with this-I liked this show more than I anticipated that I will. It's one of the few teen shows that paint maturity so well and yet is appropriate for teens. It explores topics of teen life so well. Charlie and Kristine portray Miles and Alaska so well with visible chemistry and you can't put your eyes off of them for one moment (especially her). Even the supporting cast is amazing. The cinematography is great, it gives 2005 vibes and sells you the story. The show opens teen topics so perfectly, all under the banner of finding a reason why. That all being said this is the major problem I have with John Green period-he loves tragedy. There was no reason to place it here but he did because...I don't know he just loves it. I don't like that. So this is maybe his best book adaptation but please sir, chill with tragic events.
A través de mi ventana (2022)
Please, don't ever make this type of movie with teens! Ever!
I was attracted by the cover of the film, but boy I made a mistake. This film was not good. Period. But further than that t was a bad idea. This film tries to play on the erotic side like some movies made for adults do but with a big problem with teens, for teens. This film sends a bad message. For anyone but especially for teens. Even as adult romance is not good since we don't spend any time on the development of the relationship it's just them sharing a bed. Actors have no chemistry on top of that. And nothing much happens. You ask yourself why she spends so much focus on a guy like him when her bestie is hotter anyways and treats her well. No for real we need to do better this ain't it.
From Here to Eternity (1953)
Masterclass in acting.
Recently I saw the video about Mrs. Kerr's life and work and I wanted to see more. I started with An Affair to Remember I went "Why not a famous beach scene too" so here I am. Though not a military or war movie lover, I have to admit I enjoyed this one. It's very progressive, especially given the time. This film is made in early '50 which is just wow. The acting in this film is next level. From Oscar winners Sinatra and Reed to Lancaster and Kerr served great tension and feeling every bit of their affair. To one and only outstanding Montgomery Clift. It's a very good critique of masculinity and military life. It's raw and so well done. Watching this you realize that all movies with this topic came from this film. And that is a legacy.
An Affair to Remember (1957)
My Kind of Romance
Old Hollywood romances are hit or miss for me. Though I am an old-school romantic that still sees the world through letters and dances in nice dresses (but with a very liberal pov) often I find them cringe. Not the case with this film, this was a work of art. I don't think I ever saw better chemistry than the one between Kerr and Grant. She carried this role so perfectly. Giving Terry so much charm and charisma. I don't mind even the fact that both play Americans yet they kept their native accents. It was perfect. Knowing that I don't like Sleepless in Seattle, I was scared I won't like this one. But I cried and laughed. I LOVED!
A Star Is Born (2018)
A Star is Better Than I Remember
I saw this movie back when it came out, and to be honest, I didn't like it as much. However, after watching it for the second time, I loved it. I felt this story and Gaga is just fantastic. Even Bradley's performance manages to touch me. The music is beautiful and the message is powerful. It's a very simple movie but it works. You understand those people through their pain. I gotta say the best performance was Sam Elliot's. He took the role to the next level. The cinematography is simple yet clean and the whole movie works. We all know this is a remake of the remake which is a remake of the '30s og version (hah 4 in total!) but it's one of those stories that remains good for every era and somehow always sounds new.
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (2023)
Gilhood is there but where are the '70s?
Love me some good COA stories. Cute film. Didn't feel like the '70s but it was a decent representation of girlhood and Abby is so good in this film, she shines. And she is the heart and soul of this film. Rechel McAdams is still a goddess and so gorgeous I am in love. This film represents girlhood in a great way showing the age when everything changed fast but everything was confusing too. Crossroad. However, I love the "feel of the time" and besides the lack of technology here and there,, this didn't feel like it was from the '70s. Still, it's warm and adorable, I can't dislike the film even if I try.