Favorite films

Recent reviews

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  The Machinist 2004

  ★★★★½ Watched 25 Sep 2023

  “Normally, I don’t even drink.”

  “How about abnormally”?

  Christian Bale losing 60 fucking pounds appearing as a gaunt, broken man delivering a tour de force, then not even getting an Oscar nod. What gives? 

  Also, I love you, Jennifer Jason Leigh.

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  Swordfish 2001

  ★★ Watched 24 Sep 2023

  Travolta forces Hugh Jackman to hack a computer while getting a blowjob with a pistol pointed at his head all under 60 seconds, and I don’t think that is the most ridiculous scene in this movie. Halle Berry is absolutely stunning though!

Popular reviews

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  Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse 2018

  ★★★★½ Watched 04 Jun 2023

  Being a staunch supporter of the original trilogy, and negating the next two live action franchises following Tobey Maguire’s Spider Man. I admittedly went into this film with high expectations, as well as hesitation, but I will admit I was wrong.

  Into the Spiderverse is the quintessential comic book film as it makes the artwork flow on the screen in a mesmerizing fashion. The visual effects and art design are next level, and they flow on the screen smoothly and…

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  The Covenant 2023

  ★★★★ Watched 23 Apr 2023 2

  “There’s a hook in me; pulling at me. You can’t see it, but it’s there.”

  Guy Ritchie delivers an exceptionally well-made war film that takes place during the American’s campaign in Afghanistan post 9/11. 

  Absolutely stunning cinematography and a touching score made the chills come in droves, and even some tears towards the back-half of the film as we experience a realistic, gritty depiction of war, brotherhood, and unlikely friendships. 

  The pacing is perfect with the suspense being dialed up…