The Usual Suspects

Film reviews, discussions, breakdowns. Episode I: Avengers Infinity War Review link below

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[Chris Evangelista @cevangelista413]

“I’m Rey.”
“Rey who?”
*Rey looks around for a moment, then smiles*
“Rey Star Wars.”

DIRECTED BY JJ ABRAMS

[Andrew Georgiades @A_Georgiades]

That’s just me scratching the surface of problems I have with this film. #RiseOfSkywalker

[Andrew Georgiades @A_Georgiades]

That you never truly feel a part of this universe or ‘escaped’. The ultimate failure for a film of its genre.

[Andrew Georgiades @A_Georgiades]

I think one of the biggest disappointments with Rise of Skywalker was how the director/studio dealt with Rose’ (Kelly Marie Tran’s) character following her online abuse/trolling from the fans after TLJ.

[Kamal @kamalious]

@A_Georgiades Completely agree. I think fan service is a GAS thing when done well - Endgame is a phenomenal example of that. But RoS just felt like a desperate grab at it. JJ should’ve just rolled with what TLJ had established and tried to build on it

[Andrew Georgiades @A_Georgiades]

@kamalious All because JJ was so adamant to please the fans and ‘undo’ everything Rian did. For someone who has plenty of issues w TLJ even I know completely changing the trajectory of the trilogy in the final instalment would result in sloppy writing and storytelling

[Kamal @kamalious]

By reducing her from a main part to a glorified cameo, they basically validated all of the abuse she received. A poor decision from the studio

[Kamal @kamalious]

Two episodes into Watchmen. It bangs.

[Hainsley Lloyd Bennett @HLB33]

Which Skywalker did the rising?

[Andrew Georgiades @A_Georgiades]

“I am all the Sith”

“And I...am all the Jedi”

Fghsgshdh how can they beat for beat plagiarise arguably one of the most satisfying and earnt climaxes from the highest grossing film of all time. I’m mad, I’m actually mad. Painstakingly lazy.

[Alex Georgiades @AlexGeorgiades]

Struggling to find good podcasts for Endgame and GoT. I think I need @TUS_Films to re-assemble. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤞 #gowebgo

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Who attended London Film Festival? Love to hear your thoughts

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

I've had an absolute blast at the #LFF over the last couple of weeks. I've seen 9 films - 9 stories that have each been carefully crafted and brought to life by an army of creative minds, truly inspirational. Film is awesome.

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

The Hate U Give | George Tillman Jr.

A layered story told from the perspective of a teenage girl unwillingly thrust into the spotlight of a racially & politically charged world. Never holding back with its intensity, the talented cast carry the weight of this films message well.

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

If Beale Street Could Talk | Barry Jenkins

Brilliant. Jenkins masterfully juxtaposes the romanticised story of Tish and Fonny's past with their bleak present-day situation. It's warm, colourful and has an exceptional score transporting you along. A worthy follow up to Moonlight.

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

A Private War | Matthew Heineman

Gripping, powerful and important. Heineman has delivered authenticity through featuring real-life victims and having photographer & friend of Colvin, Paul Conroy on set throughout. Much like Colvin's work, Heineman has left no stone unturned.

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

Blaze | Ethan Hawke

With no clear beginning, middle or end - a conscious decision by Hawke, the film blends timelines as it meanders along with the central character's story. If anything, a little too patient, but visually stunning and capped off by the sensational Ben Dickey.

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

Can You Ever Forgive Me | Marielle Heller

Heller strips everything back to the bare bones, never trying too hard to make a statement or create a hero out of Lee Israel. It's rough around the edges and that's one of it's many appeals. Oh, and Melissa McCarthy is fucking awesome!

[Adam Baldwin @adambaldwin92]

The Sisters Brothers | Jacques Audiard

A slower-paced Western that seeks to move away from the expectations of the genre by putting the spotlight on the troubled yet authentic relationship between the brothers. A natural duo, Reilly & Phoenix are the ying to the others yang.