Tag: jon m. chu

One Perfect ShotO
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March 25, 2022

One Perfect Shot chooses careers over craft

Netflix's documentary series inspired by a popular Twitter feed is disappointingly simplified & too focused on empty director soundbites
In the Heights&
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June 8, 2021

“In the Heights” doesn’t meet its lofty aspirations

Jon M. Chu's adaptation of the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical has choice moments and a solid cast but is far too messy to work.
Home Before Dark&
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April 1, 2020

“Home Before Dark” Tries to Uncover the Truth Before Bedtime

Apple TV+'s new mystery series isn't entirely consistent, but it blends childlike wonder with real-life injustice to engaging effect.