Month: October 2023

Movie 1: Nowhere

This is an international thriller that is tense and riveting. A young couple try and leave their war torn country inside of a container and a large ship. The drama, action and isolation are palpable. Originally in Spanish but we watched the dubbed English version. On Netflix.

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Movie 2: Fair Play

This is a very well done romantic thriller. Two high powered hedge fund analysts start a relationship against company policy. This drama explores masculinity, workplace politics, and sexuality. This movie debuted to a lot of well-earned buzz at Sundance. Currently in theaters but on Netflix later this week.

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Movie 3: On Fire

This movie is based on actual events in last year’s Northern California wildfires. It’s entertaining enough, but the stock footage of forest fires and the acting are just ok.

Special Note: Our movie reviews will be on a short hiatus. We are off to hither and yon. Starting in Sofia, Bulgaria and ending in Nassau, Bahamas. Home November 22. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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Movie 1: Saw X

A dying man goes to Mexico for a miracle cancer cure. While this film is getting its best reviews since the franchise started, we still think it’s 10 movies too many.

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Movie 2: Reptile

This is an excellent film noir crime thriller. A young real estate agent is brutally murdered while showing a house. The detective on the case uncovers a lot more than just murder. The acting, writing and directing are very well done. Lots of twists and turns. Very limited theatrical release but fortunately on Netflix.

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Movie 3: The Creator

Based in the near future, a nuclear device, set off by Artificial Intelligence, destroys Los Angeles. Very timely due to the current AI debate, the special effects in this movie are groundbreaking and stunning. The acting of nine-year-old Madeline Yuna Voyles, as a robot, is adorable and amazing.

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