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The Odyssey: A Grandmaster of Cinema Doing What He Does Best

A technological marvel and masterclass in filmmaking by the defining director of the 21st century.

Jul 21 • Jack Blitz

Superman: The Soul of Big Blue is Back

A comic book brought to life! The new DCU is off to a strong start.

Jul 14, 2025 • Jack Blitz

The Worst Dads in Cinema History

Sometimes a good story needs a bad dad. Happy Father's Day!

Jun 15, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Materialists Is Not Really A Rom-Com

Conventional rom-com glitz and glamour is the hook, but this is really a drama about the artificiality of modern dating.

Jun 13, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Captain America: Brave New World Is a Mixed Bag

Highlighted by great individual performances, the newest Captain America film struggles to tell an interesting story.

Feb 20, 2025 • Jack Blitz

The Wild Robot: A Beautiful Triumph About Survival, Acceptance, and Parenthood

Stunning animation, flawless voice-acting, and the best score of the year makes The Wild Robot the front-runner for Best Animated Feature Film at the…

Nov 6, 2024 • Jack Blitz

Here: Moving Through Time Using A Camera that Stays Still

Powerful themes and undeniable charm are offset by underwhelming writing and lackluster technology.

Nov 1, 2024 • Jack Blitz

We Live in Time: An authentically human story about loss and cancer

Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh will put you in your feels.

Oct 26, 2024 • Jack Blitz

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Andor is Star Wars At Its Very Best

A mature, complex, and dark origin story about the rebellion against the empire. Andor is as timely as it is poignant.

May 27, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Nobody Wants This: A Charming, Hilarious RomCom About Modern Relationships

This tale of a Rabbi and atheist sex podcaster who fall in love is witty, sharp, and very relatable. It is the best RomCom of the year.

Nov 15, 2024 • Jack Blitz

The Blatant Ignorance of Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

A show that is too long and lacks clear direction is highlighted by its shallow handling of domestic abuse.

Sep 28, 2024 • Jack Blitz

The Bear (Season 3): The food looks great, but doesn't taste as good

The Bear remains one of the best shows on television, but season 3 left me hungry for more.

Sep 21, 2024 • Jack Blitz

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