Solzy at the Movies
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Danielle Solzman
Rating
Title/Year
Author
1
Monsters and Men (2018)
A well-acted film,Reinaldo Marcus Green is able to set apart Monsters and Men from other films with similar material.
Posted Sep 27, 2018
2
We the Coyotes (2018)
We the Coyotes...isn't for everyone.
Posted Sep 26, 2018
3
306 Hollywood (2018)
While their finds are quite stunning, 306 Hollywoodblends narratives just a bit while showing how important it is to not hoard so much in later years.
Posted Sep 26, 2018
4
Black '47 (2018)
Black 47somehow falls short of one's cinematic expectations in providing justice to a story that demands it.
Posted Sep 26, 2018
5
Bad Reputation (2018)
Through interviews and archival footage, Bad Reputation shows how Joan Jett opened the doors for women to have a career in rock music.
Posted Sep 26, 2018
6
Room For Rent (2017)
Atkinson directs from a script that pays homage to Alfred Hitchcock...the way that Gelman interacts with Little, the threats take the film to the next level.
Posted Sep 25, 2018
7
Summer '03 (2018)
With a fresh voice from writer-director Becca Gleason in her feature directorial debut, actress Joey King carries Summer '03 from start to finish...
Posted Sep 23, 2018
8
A Boy. A Girl. A Dream. (2018)
Set amid a changing nation, the chemistry between the leads help A Boy, A Girl, A Dream find a love story within an ever-changing world.
Posted Sep 20, 2018
9
Life Itself (2018)
...Life Itself is a tonally uneven mess...
Posted Sep 18, 2018
10
Clara (2018)
There's a deeper meaning toAkash Sherman's Clara as the film begs of us to ask if life exists beyond the Earth.
Posted Sep 18, 2018
11
Red Joan (2019)
...Red Joan ultimately falls well short of its potential.
Posted Sep 18, 2018
12
Beautiful Boy (2018)
The emotional performances in Beautiful Boy cannot be understated enough because they are what drive this film in spite of a non-linear narrative.
Posted Sep 17, 2018
13
A Star Is Born (2018)
Bradley Cooper's feature directorial debut, A Star Is Born, knocks it out of the park thanks to a stellar performance from Lady Gaga.
Posted Sep 17, 2018
14
Vox Lux (2018)
When Portman does show up, she is as good as she's ever been!
Posted Sep 17, 2018
15
Teen Spirit (2018)
Led by a standout performance from Elle Fanning as a musical sensation, Teen Spirit is a crowd-pleasing directorial debut forMax Minghella.
Posted Sep 17, 2018
16
The Public (2018)
The Public speaks to the responsibilities that we have as citizens, government leaders, and yes, even librarians.
Posted Sep 17, 2018
17
The Land of Steady Habits (2018)
...The Land of Steady Habitsis more comedy than drama...
Posted Sep 16, 2018
18
The Sisters Brothers (2018)
Set during the height of the Gold Rush, The Sisters Brothers works largely on the heels of the four leading stars.
Posted Sep 16, 2018
19
A Simple Favor (2018)
With brilliant performances from Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, and Henry Golding, Paul Feig'sA Simple Favor offers a excellent comedic thriller...
Posted Sep 16, 2018
20
Giant Little Ones (2018)
Giant Little Ones is a beautiful story and serves to remind us that people should be celebrated and not bullied for who they are.
Posted Sep 16, 2018
21
Her Smell (2018)
A career-best performance from Elisabeth Moss...
Posted Sep 16, 2018
22
Free Solo (2018)
...Free Solois a thrilling documentary that begs to be seen on the biggest screen possible.
Posted Sep 16, 2018
23
Destroyer (2018)
The narrative may be confusing for some but Destroyer is able to survive more or less on Nicole Kidman's brilliant acting.
Posted Sep 15, 2018
24
Wild Rose (2018)
Jessie Buckley delivers a star-making performance.
Posted Sep 15, 2018
25
Icebox (2018)
Set at a child detention center for the large majority of the film, Icebox is a film that should really hit a nerve with audiences.
Posted Sep 15, 2018
26
The Children Act (2018)
With a stellar performance from Emma Thompson, The Children Act tells a moving story of a judge who must decide on life or death.
Posted Sep 14, 2018
27
Kursk (2018)
...Kursk never reaches its full potential.
Posted Sep 14, 2018
28
If you don't know Ben Ferencz's name, you really should take the time to learn about him.
Posted Sep 13, 2018
29
Fahrenheit 11/9 (2018)
Michael Moore's Fahrenheit 11/9 is without a doubt the most crucial documentary to be seen heading into the midterm elections.
Posted Sep 13, 2018
30
The Grizzlies (2018)
The Grizzlies is more than the typical inspiring sports drama because this film offers us hope.
Posted Sep 13, 2018
31
The Front Runner (2018)
The Front Runner reminds us of the important role that the media plays in our political elections.
Posted Sep 12, 2018
32
White Boy Rick (2018)
...White Boy Rick is seemingly a large disappointment on many levels.
Posted Sep 12, 2018
33
The Dive (2018)
Things may get toxic and no doubt violent at times but family is family when it comes to The Dive.
Posted Sep 12, 2018
34
American Chaos (2018)
American Chaos is a well-made cinéma-vérité road documentary as a filmmaker travels through Red States seeking to understand their feelings.
Posted Sep 11, 2018
35
Working Woman (2018)
A timely film for the #MeToo era, Working Woman speaks to the problems surrounding a grey area of sexual harassment at work.
Posted Sep 11, 2018
36
First Man (2018)
...First Man is an intense ride and an IMAX screen should be considered required viewing.
Posted Sep 11, 2018
37
What They Had (2018)
While highly personal for first-time director Elizabeth Chomko, What They Had is a universal story of love and loss.
Posted Sep 11, 2018
38
Driven (2018)
Comical but serious at times, Driven manages to offer a lot of fun in showing us the fall of John DeLorean as a bromantic comedy.
Posted Sep 11, 2018
39
Where Hands Touch (2018)
The question that I keep going back to is this: Was it really necessary to use a relationship with a Nazi as the film's backdrop?
Posted Sep 10, 2018
40
Boy Erased (2018)
Boy Erased is able to broach conversion therapy with such sincerity, emotional drama, and gripping performances from its cast.
Posted Sep 10, 2018
41
The question that we must ask ourselves in viewingThe Truth About Killer Robots is simple. How much technology is too much technology?
Posted Sep 10, 2018
42
Widows (2018)
With sociopolitical issues at the core of this thriller, Widowsis able to tackle many themes while planning a heist on top.
Posted Sep 9, 2018
43
Ben is Back (2018)
With the cast capturing the emotions of seeing a loved one struggling with addiction, Ben is Back tackles the subject in a compelling manner.
Posted Sep 9, 2018
44
Freaks (2018)
An relevant allegorical psychological sci-thriller for this day and age, Freaks benefits from some standout performances.
Posted Sep 9, 2018
45
Float Like a Butterfly (2018)
Float Like A Butterfly is seeking to show us is that when we can become anything we want when we're in the right environment.
Posted Sep 9, 2018
46
Rosie (2018)
Rosie can be heartbreaking to watch at times but the film captures the reality of what families go through upon losing their homes.
Posted Sep 7, 2018
47
Kingsway (2018)
Kingsway certainly does get funny at times but the film's content delves into dark comedy territory.
Posted Sep 7, 2018
48
Hal (2018)
Hal is a documentary that--break your heart as it may--offers closer a look at the career of the underrated director, Hal Ashby.
Posted Sep 3, 2018
49
Alright Now (2018)
Led by a truly remarkable performance from Cobie Smulders, Alright Now is an improvisational feat.
Posted Sep 3, 2018
50
Destination Wedding (2018)
...this film isn't the romantic comedy that audiences are hoping for.
Posted Aug 30, 2018