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Tucker: The Man and His Dream‘
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April 23, 2021

‘Tucker: The Man and His Dream’ is as much about Coppola as it is Tucker

A biopic about an automobile designer takes on greater weight when filtered through the life of Francis Ford Coppola.
The Big LebowskiP
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January 18, 2021

PSH is marvelous in “The Big Lebowski”

Philip Seymour Hoffman plays the ultimate lackey in The Coen Brothers' gleefully silly stoner comedy.
Time Warp“
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May 20, 2020

“Time Warp” is a warm celebration of weird cinema

The three part documentary offers an affectionate, occasionally uneven look at cult films.
Iron Man&
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April 6, 2020

“Iron Man” built a hero – and a blueprint for a franchise

Jon Favreau's acerbic superhero adventure set the template for the Marvel Cinematic Universe -- and rehabilitated Robert Downey Jr. into a movie star once again.
FearlessH
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November 21, 2019

How “Fearless” Made Me Grateful for My Stupid Little Life

Peter Weir’s mostly forgotten drama about survivor’s guilt is an uncynical light in the darkness of mental illness. Every month, we at The Spool select..
BAD TIMES AT THE EL ROYALEB
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October 3, 2018

Bad Times at the El Royale Review: Good Times With Drew Goddard’s Gritty Ensemble

Sporting a brilliant ensemble cast, Drew Goddard’s throwback to the neo-noir crime films of Tarantino and Rodriguez is that rare example that actually works. This..
A Star Is BornA
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October 1, 2018

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

Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut features strong performances and some catchy tunes, but he’s just the opening act for Lady Gaga’s revelatory breakout performance. This piece..