“Blink Twice” trades out narrative conclusiveness for parabolic social commentary, but unfortunately doesn’t have anything new to say about any of the myriad of topics it wants to discuss.
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“The Bikeriders” is anchored by its incredible performances and cool rebel vibe, packed with rousing and introspective moments that do resonate even if the entirety of the film doesn’t quite get there.
“Inside Out 2” is a fascinating blend of simplicity and complexity, a retreading of its original (sometimes to a fault) but imbued with an emotional intelligence that captures more nuanced storytelling.
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