Not funny enough, not campy enough, and not kooky enough to succeed.
Author: Screen Zealots
FANATICAL ABOUT FILM!
Movies are our religion and the theater our church. Our gods are named Tarantino, Anderson and Scorsese.
We attend services 3-4 times a week and take our communion in the form of soda and popcorn. We offer up these reviews in hopes of pleasing our deities.
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“Food and Country”
This preachy documentary is dry and educational to a fault, and the heavy use of Zoom footage gives it a disconnected feel overall.
“Scrapper”
The film tries way too hard, often forcing eccentricity and a sense of whimsy where both really are unnecessary. It’s still a crowd-pleaser, though.
“Fremont”
Perfectly cast, beautifully written, acted, shot, and edited, this quiet and thoughtful film is a rare gem of indie cinema.
“The Persian Version”
A vibrant, sassy, and smart film about the way our relationship with our families can not only shape and define us, but also tear us apart.
“Fair Play”
Equating emasculation with empowerment, the film sends a dangerous message that women can’t be powerful unless men aren’t. It’s dated and sexist rather than smart and provocative.
