Cinematic Sommelier
7.7
Turns out all of those unknown number calls and texts over the years could have been the love of my life… dammit! I knew it!
In all seriousness, this film is amazing. And not just because Celine Dion kills it. Intrigue, genuine chemistry, and a magnificent story takes this film from insane to incredible. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll think that woman you chatted with walking out of the theater could have been the one… Two thumbs up from Brett.
7.7
As the film will explain in the first frames, “a Finnish term that can be roughly translated into English as strength of will, determination, perseverance, and acting rationally in the face of adversity.”
It’s Finnish John Wick, and you DO NOT want to take his gold or be mean to women in front of him. In one word – BADASS. One of the tightest and most well crafted action movies this side of John Wick, and I believe will finish the year in the top 3, joining “Mission Impossible.” Well worth the watch if you don’t mind an obscene amount of blood and carnage.
7.8
This film was fun, and it was gorgeous to watch. It nailed it. Everything I wanted and more, but didn’t take itself too seriously and get lost in search of something more. Perfectly balanced. And, I mean… Ana Taylor Joy. You knew I’d be there to watch this one.
8.4
First off – NOT a film for children. Rocket’s backstory is HEART-WRENCHING and hard to watch, especially if you love animals. That being said, the pain is… purposeful, as it makes the impact of the story all the more powerful. James Gunn’s finale before bidding Marvel adieu is his masterpiece, and the strongest entry of the trilogy, in my opinion. Unlike many in Marvel, the crew get their full arcs. Not since “I love you 3000” have I felt this sense of calm closure was over me in the closing of the third act. It’s truly a beautiful thing, and not at all common in today’s cinematic landscape. Easily the best of Phase 4, but also one of the best in the MCU overall. Who woulda thunk it? These guys? Carrying the MCU…
8.8
Just… AMAZING. There aren’t words I can put here that will do this one justice. Not only is the documentary side well crafted, but the current day conversation is devastatingly deep and impactful, giving “Ted Lasso” a run for it’s money in the inspiration department.
Brett Garten, Movie Extraordinare 