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Sorkin’s Game: How “The Social Network” surprisingly succeeds in its take on women

The Social Network
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David Fincher’s Facebook drama remains a bright spot in Aaron Sorkin’s filmography in how it skewers male entitlement.

Christy Admiraal Posted on October 1, 2020September 30, 2020

At 10, “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World” can still take on all comers

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
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10 years later, Edgar Wright’s comic adaptation lingers for its bevy of influences as much as its originality.

Justin Harrison Posted on August 13, 2020August 12, 2020

“The Other Guys” indulges in the crimes it condemns

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Now 10 years old, Adam McKay’s screwball screed against Wall Street is hindered by being a cop-centric affair.

Douglas Laman Posted on August 6, 2020August 4, 2020

“Iron Man 2” Offers Marvel’s First Stumble Out of the Gate

Iron Man 2
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Jon Favreau’s 2010 followup to the first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe also shows the weaknesses of worldbuilding over structure.

Jonah Koslofsky Posted on April 9, 2020April 9, 2020

“Shutter Island” Struggles Between Monsters and Good Men

Shutter Island
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Martin Scorsese followed up The Departed with Shutter Island, a claustrophobic psychological thriller about the madness of loss.

Ben Kaye Posted on October 30, 2019October 29, 2019
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