A raunchy musical that’s trying so very hard to be funny, likeable, and edgy that it fails at all of it.
Category: Festival Coverage
“Maestro”
A pretentious, clichéd, overly dramatic, and flimsy biopic that’s a textbook case of a filmmaker who is more in love with himself than his subject.
“Menus-Plaisirs Les Troisgros”
One of the best films about food ever made, this documentary is fun, insightful, and a must-see for anyone who admires the artistry of cuisine.
“Widow Cliquot”
Inspiring, rousing, and romantic, this biopic about a visionary young widow who built a champagne empire is a historical drama for wine lovers that’s best watched with a glass of bubbly in hand.
“The Boy and the Heron”
The level of artistry is masterful, but the storytelling is frustrating, confusing, and lacks structure.
“May December”
A complex film about objective truth, distorted reality, and the perils of desire.
