“Polite Society” is a whimsical mess with breakout performances from its leads and overwhelming charm that leaves you with a smile even if it largely disappoints.
Author: Derrick Murray
Derrick Murray
Derrick Murray is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian, writer, and co-host for The Jack of All Nerds Show.
“Sisu” is all business when it comes to violence and brutality, and can make the claim of being the most fun you’ve ever had watching Nazis get absolutely wrecked.
“Beau is Afraid” is a surrealist episodic journey through vibrant nightmarish hellscapes, a film that purposefully distorts its POV to manifest the sense of dread and anxiety beyond their thematic framework and into the literalization of its own bizarre odyssey.
“Evil Dead Rise” is over the top violent and genuinely mean spirited, and while it doesn’t reinvent the wheel it most certainly gives it one helluva spin.
“The Super Mario Bros. Movie” is a genuine blast with dazzling animation, gorgeous set pieces and in game recreations, solid voice casting and a taut, no frills adventure story that whisks by at a rapid fire pacing.
One of the best parts of film festivals is being able to discover some hidden gems that would otherwise go unnoticed or overlooked. Even for someone like me who seeks out these little independent powerhouses can get caught up chasing the larger theatrical blockbusters. Thankfully, “A Thousand and One” was a perfect catch at Sundance this year, and ranked in my top 5 Best films out of the festival. A thoughtful, deeply moving story of a mother and son against the world, set in a rapidly evolving New York, further powered by a star making performance from its lead. The…
March was a busy month for movies, both in the theaters and on streaming at home. Most of them all released on or around the same day, with April showing no signs of slowing down. We’ve already reviewed some of the heavy hitters like “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves,” “John Wick Chapter 4,” “Scream IV,” “Shazam: Fury of the Gods” and more. But with so many ways to watch movies, it can be hard to keep up with everything being released, let alone review them all. So to make sure we cover as many films as possible, here is…
“Air: Courting a Legend” soars with laughter, heart, and inspiration to solidify itself as your dad’s new favorite sports movie.
“Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” is essentially every fantasy adventure movie all rolled into one with a “Guardians of the Galaxy” skin, relying heavily on the charm of its cast to roll a natural 20.
The king of action has arrived. It’s going to be a very long time before we see “John Wick Chapter 4” be dethroned.