Daily Archives: November 22, 2019

Netflixable? Agoraphobia hits Indian man hard in rom-com “House Arrest”

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Roger Moore

“House Arrest” is a 22 minute sitcom pilot lost inside a 104 minute romantic comedy. It’s got a cute couple with chemistry, a couple of wacky supporting characters, a daft dilemma and a couple of funny pratfalls. That’s not even … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: Blaxploitation is back, and beautiful, with “Queen & Slim”

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Roger Moore

It’s messy, random, funny and poignant, violent and surreal, politically-charged and romantic. “Queen & Slim” is an African American art film channeling a 1970s blaxploitation, on-the-lam-from-the-law road picture vibe. As its riveting, rambling, geographically-inept two hours roll by, lurid visions … Continue reading →

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Spirit Awards Nominations 2020: “Lighthouse,” “Judy,” “The Mustang” “Luce” and “Uncut Gems” compete

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Roger Moore

It would be odder than odd to see Adam Sandler walk away with Indie Spirit honors, but that’s what “Uncut Gems” could do for the critically derided comic’s career. An A24 film parked in awards season, and we have to … Continue reading →

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