Because it delivers on the kills and atmosphere, it succeeds as a piece of horror entertainment.
Full review: liedkeonfilm.com/2023/11/28/review-slasher-fans-will-be-thankful-for-thanksgiving/
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The Killer 2023
“The Killer” is certainly one of Fincher’s leaner films. It’s a rather straightforward picture and doesn’t have as much narrative meat on its bones compared to other movies in the director’s filmography. That said, it’s still a very well-made movie on all fronts.
Full review: liedkeonfilm.com/2023/11/28/review-the-killer-is-a-brisk-fine-crafted-thriller/
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Hillbilly Elegy 2020
Themes of job loss related to industry and rising substance abuse is something I can appreciate having grown up in a small, Midwestern town. Sadly, “Elegy” fumbles in providing anything meaningful to say in the matters and instead delivers a glossy feel good film that’s not really all too good.
Full Review: matthewliedkeonfilm.com/2020/11/28/review-hillbilly-elegy-is-a-mess-of-misery-and-melodrama/
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Knives Out 2019
Where the movie hits its stride the most, though, is in its group of characters. All of them have their own backgrounds and their own unique relationships with the late Harlan making the unraveling story all the more interesting. It also helps to have a cast loaded with people who've won or been nominated for Emmys, Golden Globes and Oscars. Chris Evans as Harlan's grandson and Shannon are two of the major standouts.
Full review: www.bemidjipioneer.com/entertainment/4805605-MATTHEW-LIEDKE-ON-FILM-Knives-Out-is-a-sharp-mystery-with-a-shining-cast
