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“Fly Me To The Moon”

By Brett_G on July 16, 2024

7.8

This one genuinely surprised me. I didn’t expect these two to have such chemistry, and I didn’t expect the film to be so fun. The story itself is a conspiracy-lover’s dream. One of the ultimate historical easter eggs we all ponder from time to time. However, they don’t make it weird here. It actually works within what turns out to be a romantic comedy for the ages. Who woulda thunk it?

Channing Tatum really doesn’t get enough credit for his acting chops. I’m not afraid to give props to Magic Mike. The guy can act his ass off, and does here opposite of the always amazing Scarlett Johansson. Add in Woody Harrelson and Dean Pelton from “Community,” and you have a comedic juggernaut with heart for days. The 60’s aesthetic is to die for, as is the soundtrack front to back. Suit up, and prepare to enjoy a lighthearted balancing force alongside “Long Legs” at the multiplex this week.

“Hit Man”

By Brett_G on July 16, 2024July 4, 2024

7.9

Is there anything Glen Powell can’t do? (The answer is no)

He and Adria Arjona’s chemistry makes this whole thing tick. The story is bananas, but it’s the romance at the center of everything that really anchors the insanity and makes everything work. As with any type of film, it’s the heart that makes it work. As with most all of Netflix’s romantic comedies, this one knocks it out of the park. The streak continues. Strap in, and enjoy the ride of this incredibly fun caper.

Documentary Netflix

“How to Rob a Bank”

By Brett_G on July 15, 2024July 4, 2024

7.2

It’s kind of real life “Point Break.” But the FBI is doing anything but play along. The enigmatic main character was hard to turn away from and ever intriguing as this story unfolded. Netflix nailing another documentary. I wish they had delved more into the treehouse, but also understood it was one of a million interesting details in this saga. A fun couple of hours!

Romance

“Camille 2000”

By Brett_G on July 14, 2024July 14, 2024

5.9

So. Many. Mirrors! Dude tried to make the constant sex scenes artsy by filming them through mirrors. Yes, plural. Not just a mirror on the ceiling or a full length mirror in the corner. This house is filled with a funhouse amount of mirrors. Italians… what can you say?

Supposedly there’s a story in here somewhere, but it was about as important to the film as “Beyond the Valley of the Dolls.”

If you’re wondering how I ended up picking this out of the Amazon Prime pile… One of the tracks from the soundtrack was used in a Tik Tok I recently watched. I enjoyed it, so tracked that down to add to my “Currently Vibin'” playlist. Then had to check out the film that it was connected to, which landed me here.

Comedy Drama Indie

“Free Time”

By Brett_G on July 13, 2024July 13, 2024

7.4

As someone who’s currently stumbling his way towards turning 31… this movie encapsulates how its felt to be 30. Awkward. Feeling like something’s been missed, feeling like making a change, thinking I’m actually doing pretty well, thinking I need to start a cult where we all go camping by the river and hammock while catching up on our reading before all going back to our old day job and coming full circle. (Yes, that last one’s a summation of a passage of the film.)

It felt very “Office Space” in its exploration of purpose, comparison to others, and the tug of war between laser focus and aimlessness. There’s a balance to be found in the chaos and lessons to be learned but not dwelled upon along the way. I’ll try not to get too bad reflecting and pontificating here… And also avoid growing a mustache. I’m pretty sure that’s not the answer, either.