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The TIFF Report, Vol 5

North Star Director: Kristin Scott ThomasCast: Scarlett Johansson, Freida Pinto, Sienna Miller, Emily Beecham, Kristin Scott Thomas, Sindhu Vee, Joshua McGuireSynopsis: Three sisters return to their home for the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother. But the mother and daughters are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, with help from a colorful…
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December 1, 2023
Movie Review ~ Next Goal Wins

Movie Review Next Goal Wins 3/10 The Facts Synopsis: The story of the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0. Director: Taika Waititi Stars: Michael Fassbender, Elisabeth Moss, Oscar Kightley, Uli Latukefu, Rachel House, Kaimana, David Fane, Beulah Koale, Chris Alosio, Taika Waititi, Will Arnett, Rhys…
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November 15, 2023
Movie Review ~ Shirley

Movie Review Shirley 4/10 The Facts Synopsis: A famous horror writer finds inspiration for her next book after she and her husband take in a young couple. Director: Josephine Decker Stars: Elisabeth Moss, Odessa Young, Logan Lerman, Michael Stuhlbarg, Steve Vinovich Rated: R Running Length: 106 minutes The Thoughts It seems a little too easy…
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June 5, 2020
Movie Review ~ The Invisible Man (2020)

Movie Review The Invisible Man (2020) 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: When Cecilia’s abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her his fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see. Director: Leigh Whannell Stars:…
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February 28, 2020
The Silver Bullet ~ The Invisible Man (2020)

Synopsis: When Cecilia’s abusive ex commits suicide and leaves her fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia’s works to prove she is being hunted by someone nobody can see. Release Date: February 20, 2020 Thoughts: In 2017, Universal Studios had big plans to create their own…
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November 8, 2019
Movie Review ~ Us

Movie Review Us 9.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: A mother and a father take their kids to their beach house expecting to enjoy time with friends. But their serenity turns to tension and chaos when visitors arrive uninvited. Director: Jordan Peele Stars: Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke, Evan Alex, Elisabeth Moss, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Madison Curry, Tim…
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March 21, 2019
Movie Review ~ The Old Man & the Gun

Movie Review The Old Man & the Gun 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: Based on the true story of Forrest Tucker and his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Director: David Lowery Stars: Robert Redford, Casey Affleck, Sissy Spacek,…
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December 31, 2018
The Silver Bullet ~ High-Rise

Synopsis: A big screen adaptation of J.G. Ballard’s novel centered on a new residential tower where one man finds himself in the middle of mounting violence. Violence that he also finds emerging in himself. Release Date: March 18, 2016 Thoughts: I wouldn’t blame you if you haven’t yet heard of director Ben Wheatley. The Brit…
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January 8, 2016
The Silver Bullet ~ On the Road

Synopsis: Dean and Sal are the portrait of the Beat Generation. Their search for “It” results in a fast paced, energetic roller coaster ride with highs and lows throughout the U.S. Release Date: December 21, 2012 Thoughts: It may be hard to believe, but I’ve made it nearly 33 years without picking up a copy of…
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August 24, 2012