Don’t go in expecting a hilarious comedy and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with what this movie has to offer. Loosely based on Pete Davidson’s real life losses, and personal struggle – The King of Staten Island is a showcase proving that he’s definitely not just another not-so-pretty face in Hollywood. Tanya’s Score: Good-and-a-half*…
If you’re looking for a family-friendly movie that everyone will enjoy – then check out Onward – now streaming on Disney +. At first, I found it a bit heavy-handed from my adult high horse – but once I settled in, I actually liked it. Tanya’s Score: Good* Rated: PG Starring: Spider-Man; Andy Dwyer;…
This movie is a modern twist on the classic. Featuring horror elements well-blended with suspense and a couple of shocking scenes thrown into the mix – I was riveted. Sure – the story could have been a bit tighter – but I found this movie entertaining and enjoyable to watch. Tanya’s Score: Good* Rated: 18A…
Another best picture nominee for this year’s upcoming Oscars. With the steep competition this time around, I doubt it will win – but the movie was still a great one nonetheless. Gerwig made it her own but it’s still the classic I know and love. Tanya’s Score: Great* Rated: PG Starring: Ladybird, Hermione, Saul Goodman…
In the words of Parasite director Bong Joon Ho: “Once you overcome the one-inch tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films.” Truer words have never been spoken. This movie is unique and darkly entertaining and if you skip it because it’s in a foreign language – you just…
There’s a lot of hype around this one – don’t let it get in your head. It’s a good movie but as hype tends to do – it can destroy even a very good film. I won’t be surprised if this ones takes home the Best Picture Oscar – despite the fact that it’s not…
Marriage Story is a beautiful and compassionate masterpiece that harbours a clear sense of loss, sadness and hope throughout. It is beautifully filmed and wonderfully acted – reminding me that there are still great stories out there as well as great storytellers. Tanya’s Score: Great* Rated: 14A Starring: Black Widow; Kylo Ren; Hawkeye Pierce; the…
This one is a nice, feel-good, inspiring family movie. And it helps that it is loosely based on real events. I recommend that after watching A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, you read the 1998 Esquire article it is based on – Can You Say . . . Hero? And then watch the 2018 documentary…
For me, this movie was a touch shy of great. And even though I had several issues with it – I still managed to enjoy it. If you haven’t yet watched The Irishman – ensure you have three plus hours on your hands – and feel free to read my mini-review below. Don’t worry: no…
If you think this movie is nothing more than action packed race car driving, then think again – then go watch The Fast and the Furious. Ford v Ferrari has a story and well-rounded characters and interesting dynamics – it also happens to focus on race car driving. Tanya’s Score: Good-and-a-half* Rated: PG Starring: Good…
