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“State and Main”‘s main problem is it’s in a sorry state

State and Main Philip Seymour Hoffman
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Philip Seymour Hoffman is a breath of fresh air in David Mamet’s limp showbiz dramedy.

Jonah Koslofsky Posted on December 28, 2020December 28, 2020

One Woman Finds Her Way in a Man’s World in “Married to the Mob”

Married to the Mob
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Jonathan Demme directed Michelle Pfeiffer in a winning performance in a feminist take on screwball comedy.

Chris Ludovici Posted on February 15, 2020February 16, 2020

The Royal Tenenbaums: Me and Wes Down by the School Yard

Royal Tenenbaums
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How Wes Anderson’s bittersweet family dramedy helped me break rules, love cinema, & change my life. Every month, […]

Sean Price Posted on November 22, 2019November 22, 2019

Arctic Dogs Review: Turns Your Brain Into Mush

Arctic Dogs
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Jeremy Renner moves from failed app to failed kid’s movie in this half-hearted CG kid’s flick.

Douglas Laman Posted on November 3, 2019November 3, 2019

Martin Scorsese Explored the Madness of Innovation with “The Aviator”

The Aviator
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Scorsese recovered from the brutal conditions of Gangs of New York with an intimate, tragic portrait of the foibles of genius.

Scout Tafoya Posted on October 29, 2019October 29, 2019

Before You Know It Review: Judith Light Makes the Baby Go Blind

Before You Know It
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Hannah Pearl Utt tackles the timeless theme of family with a solid directorial debut.

Theo Estes Posted on September 6, 2019September 6, 2019

Hall of Faces: Who’s the Greatest Character on 30 Rock?

30 Rock
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In our first episode of Hall of Faces, we debate which 30 Rock character deserves a spot in our pantheon of great TV characters.

Clint Worthington Posted on February 11, 2019August 4, 2020

A Star Is Born (2018) Review: Lady Gaga Soars In Sumptuous, if Shallow, Remake

A Star Is Born
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Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut features strong performances and some catchy tunes, but he’s just the opening act for […]

Clint Worthington Posted on October 1, 2018August 1, 2020
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