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Tag: Joe Alwyn

Hamnet Review: The Name Lives On

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January 3, 2026
Movie Review ~ The Brutalist

THE BRUTALIST Synopsis: Escaping post-war Europe, a visionary architect arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage after being forced apart during wartime. On his own in a strange new country, a wealthy and prominent industrialist recognizes his talent for building. But power and legacy come at a heavy cost…Stars: Adrien…
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January 5, 2025
Movie Review ~ Kinds of Kindness

Kinds of Kindness Synopsis: A triptych fable consisting of three distinct but loosely connected stories.Stars: Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, Hong Chau, Joe Alwyn, Mamoudou Athie, Hunter SchaferDirector: Yorgos LanthimosRated: RRunning Length: 164 minutes Review: By all accounts, 2023 was an excellent year for film, and the end-of-the-year awards reflected that. That…
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June 28, 2024
Movie Review ~ Catherine Called Birdy

Movie Review Catherine Called Birdy 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: A 14-year-old girl in medieval England navigates through life, avoiding potential suitors her father has in mind. Director: Lena Dunham Stars: Bella Ramsey, Andrew Scott, Billie Piper, Joe Alwyn, Dean-Charles Chapman, Ralph Ineson, Russell Brand, Sophie Okonedo, Paul Kaye, Lesley Sharp Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 108…
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October 6, 2022
Movie Review ~ The Last Letter From Your Lover

Movie Review The Last Letter From Your Lover 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: A young journalist in London becomes obsessed with a series of letters she discovers that recounts an intense star-crossed love affair from the 1960s. Director: Augustine Frizzell Stars: Felicity Jones, Callum Turner, Joe Alwyn, Nabhaan Rizwan, Shailene Woodley Rated: NR Running Length: 110…
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July 23, 2021
Movie Review ~ Harriet

Movie Review Harriet 7.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes, whose courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Director: Kasi Lemmons Stars: Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr., Janelle Monáe, Joe Alwyn, Jennifer Nettles, Clarke…
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November 1, 2019
Movie Review ~ The Favourite

Movie Review The Favourite 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead. When a new servant, Abigail, arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Stars: Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, Nicholas…
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December 28, 2018
Movie Review ~ Boy Erased

Movie Review Boy Erased 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: The son of a Baptist preacher is forced to participate in a church-supported gay conversion program after being forcibly outed to his parents. Director: Joel Edgerton Stars: Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Joel Edgerton, Xavier Dolan, Troye Sivan, Joe Alwyn Rated: R Running Length: 115 minutes…
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December 26, 2018
Movie Review ~ Mary Queen of Scots

Movie Review Mary Queen of Scots 8.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Mary Stuart’s attempt to overthrow her cousin Elizabeth I, Queen of England, finds her condemned to years of imprisonment before facing execution. Director: Josie Rourke Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie, Jack Lowden, Joe Alwyn, Gemma Chan, Martin Compston, Ismael Cordova, Brendan Coyle, Ian Hart, Adrian…
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December 17, 2018
Movie Review ~ Operation Finale

Movie Review Operation Finale 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: Years after World War II, a team of secret agents are brought together to track down Adolf Eichmann, the infamous Nazi architect of the Holocaust. Director: Chris Weitz Stars: Oscar Isaac, Ben Kingsley, Mélanie Laurent, Haley Lu Richardson, Nick Kroll, Joe Alwyn Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 123…
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August 28, 2018