Author: Derrick Murray

I can’t count the amount of times I’ve been binge watching some cooking competition on Food Network and have yelled at my TV about how pretentious it all sounds. I too have asked every judge on “Chopped” to (for the love of god) stop saying “mouthfeel.” Even someone who loves these kinds of shows (and I very much do) there is a pretentiousness to it all, both in the chef’s description and the judges comments. Any time they begin with “Today I’ve made for you, chefs, a…” and the fill in the blank of eye roles as they hurl superlatives…

“Enola Holmes 2” doubles down on the strengths of its predecessors, relying heavily on the charm of Brown and Cavill to tell a rather forgettable detective mystery

“Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” is a wild ride, one that is packed with laughs stellar performances, and (perhaps most appropriate) weirdness.

“Wakanda Forever” isn’t a perfect film, but it’s a perfect send off. He will be missed; it’s ok to miss him, and it’s ok to carry on.

“Till” has its faults, and isn’t necessarily breaking any new ground, but has enough craft and Danielle Deadwyler giving every ounce of what she has to warrant a watch.

As my list of film reviews continues to grow to never ending lengths, I’ve found there just isn’t enough time in the day or week or even year to get to all of them individually. I know you swear I’m collecting those fat Marvel checks to write favorable reviews of “She-Hulk,” but I motion that this collection of quick reviews be entered into evidence as proof that that is categorically false. It’s hard enough just to watch all of the movies I want to see, let alone sit down and begin to critically analyze each experience by putting pen to…

“All Quiet on the Western Front” is a masterful adaption of a timeless story, one that delivers powerful visuals and an unforgettable war epic.

“The Banshees of Inisherin” lives up to the hype in just about every single way, delivering a near masterpiece tragicomedy powered by impeccable filmmaking and devastating performances.

“Decision to Leave” is not a one and done kind of film, and its restraint juxtaposed against its manic storytelling asks more of its viewers than any of his Chan-wook’s previous outings.

Black Adam” is exhaustingly stupid, and adds nothing to an already bloated genre.