Bella’s Score: Good Rated: PG-13 Plot: Vivian, a shy teenager at Rockport High School, is personally drained from the sexism in her school. Inspired by her mother’s rebellious past and a confident new friend, she creates an anonymously published feminist magazine to lead a female revolution at her school. Bella’s Verdict: I adored this movie,…
I was blown away by Promising Young Woman. This impressive piece of cinema will change the way audiences think about sexual assault. An interesting storyline, a compelling main character and fascinating visuals make for a powerful movie experience. And don’t worry – no spoilers ahead. Tanya’s Score: Great* Rated: PG-13 Starring: my new favourite actor;…
Tanya’s Score: Great* Rated: 14A Starring: Mary Jackson; Sikowitz; Precious Plot: Past and present seem to merge in a mystifying way for successful author Veronica Henley (Janelle Monáe) and she must escape before it’s too late. Tanya’s Verdict: Certain people will not agree – but this film blew me away. It’s not often that I…
A couple of people recommended this one to me and I watched it without reading any description whatsoever. Based on the title and the actors involved, I figured I was in for a mediocre comedy – but I was happily surprised with what I got instead. Palm Springs is currently streaming on Amazon Prime. Tanya’s…
Based on a true story, two strong female leads – I had to give this Netflix movie a chance. And I’m glad I did. Tanya’s Score: Okay-and-a-half* Rated: 14A Starring: Glenn “I will not be ignored” Close; Amy “You’re psychotic” Adams Plot: A Yale student (Gabriel Basso) reflects on his under-privileged upbringing in rural Ohio.…
Satire and gross-out humour at its best – Sacha Baron Cohen definitely delivers. But you have to be in the right sort of mood to appreciate all that this moviefilm has to offer. I guess I was in the perfect frame of mind – because I thought it was hilarious! Tanya’s Score: Good-and-a-half* Rated: R…
It’s not often that a simple, wholesome, family-friendly movie captivates our entire brood – but this one did the trick. I highly recommend this documentary to anyone and everyone. My Octopus Teacher is currently streaming on Netflix. Tanya’s Score: Good-and-a-half* Rated: PG Starring: a South-African filmmaker; a cephalopod Plot: A documentary about a South African filmmaker…
I just had to see what all the hoop-la was about. Below is my personal opinion of the highly controversial Cuties – now streaming on Netflix. But don’t worry – no spoilers in case you plan on watching it yourself. Despite the simple yet provocative plot – there is a lot going on within this…
So long as you are okay with movies that are “different”; or you’re familiar with the work of Charlie Kaufman (and like his stuff); or enjoy a good, old-fashioned weird movie that will have you muttering WTF under your breath pretty much throughout the whole thing – then this may be the Netflix movie for…
Every once in a while, you come across a movie that reminds you how lucky you are – to come from the family you do, to have had the childhood you did, to have the friends and coworkers and acquaintances you did. A movie like this reminds you that not everyone is so lucky. Tanya’s…
