6.9
Just as a viewing of the trailer suggests, this is a strange one. Then, once you reach the last half hour of the run time, you realize that even you’re already high expectations of weird aren’t adequate. Much like “Don’t Breathe,” this film will have you wincing at certain scenes due to their graphic nature, in between moments you’ll foresee miles away. It’s a very odd mix, but works in totality as it keeps you off your guard by mixing the two so effectively. If you’re like me, you’ll do a great deal of laughing. From genuine humor to such disturbing things that you will laugh in disbelief. All in all, a solid thriller with a refreshing premise.
7.2
Me watching “Greta”…
7.6
A surprisingly cute tale of Halloween hijinks and hoodwinks, wrapped up in multiple age old coming-of-age stories. For what should have been a pretty by the numbers story, I found myself caught off guard by the laughs along the way. Strong acting and chemistry from the cast really added life to the film.
8.1
Paul Newman and Steve McQueen in the same film just isn’t fair. AND the juice (OJ Simpson) is loose as a security guard, of all things. One of many, but one of the best disaster movies to come out of the 1970s. Tied with “The Poseidon Adventure” in my book. Death defying stunts, amazing practical special effects, and phenomenal acting by almost the entire cast. Only a couple cheesy moments, but that’s to be expected. I also wouldn’t have taken the elevator so often in a fire, but McQueen is a badass and can do as he pleases. I initially balked at the almost-3 hour runtime, but it was well worth it. Classic Hollywood. Short of something like “Backdraft” coming along once every few years, they just don’t make movies like this anymore.
8.9
One of my favorite all-time indie movies. Just in time for the new Netflix show, I decided to re-visit for nostalgia’s sake. This film really stands the test of time! Still, the same magic shared by the cast I remember that first time viewing in the theater. Such a unique story of redemption and coming of age mixed together with delicious food and one of the most vibrant color palettes this side of “Thor: Ragnarok.” If you’re looking for the “small restaurant no one’s ever heard of that only locals know about” of movies, this one’s for you! Dig in, and enjoy!
