Film Reviews & Movie Analysis

H is For Hawk
Claire Foy is a Cambridge professor dealing with the sudden death of her father.

A forgettable British drama despite the very obvious falcon in the room. Read my full review here.

The Testament of Ann Lee
Amanda Seyfried embodies the founder of the Shakers: the forgotten religious sect that rose in the 18th Century.

Full review coming in February.

28 Days Later: The Bone Temple
A new chapter in the 28 Days Later franchise.

I didn’t watch the recent 28 Years Later (and I don’t recall Days and Months) so a large chunk of the premise was lost on me. Some great cinematography though.

Harlan Coben’s Run Away
A father’s search for his daughter becomes fervent when her boyfriend is found dead.

James Nesbit is I for Infuriating, but this over-dramatic series serves its purpose as a bingeable start to the year and the dénouement makes it worth it.

His & Hers
An estranged couple suspect one another when a string of murders befall their town.

Ironically I wished this was slightly more Coben-esque. It lagged in places, but I overlooked it because Tessa Thompson and her silk blouses can do no wrong in my eyes.

The Lady’s Companion
Miss Bianda is tasked with finding the eldest Mencía daughter a husband…

This saccharine washed Spanish-Language romantic-comedy balanced genre conventionality and originality with fabulous form.

True Detective (Season 1)
Two detectives investigate what looks like a ritualistic murder.

As usual, I’m 10 years late to the party. I’m only a few episodes in but damn McConaughey can act.

Red Eye (Season 2)
The clock is ticking once again for Detective Hana Li who has to catch a killer before a plane lands.

They did a good job of maintaining the premise without making it repetitive. I found it infuriating that they slapped a “not everyone likes my methods” plaster over what was basically insubordination.