The Edge of Seventeen (2016) is a funny and likable teen comedy that does a lot of things right but doesn’t stand up to deeper scrutiny.
‘Tis a man’s world – The Homesman
The Homesman is a powerful revisionist western that takes you on an immersive and grueling journey, but is deeply rewarding in the end. Available on Amazon Prime.
Louisiana Noir – In the Electric Mist
In the Electric Mist (2009) is an admittedly flawed but very watchable thriller directed by French auteur Bertrand Tavernier and starring the great Tommy Lee Jones. Available on Amazon Prime.
Meanderathon – The Wild Blue Yonder
I’m generally a fan of Werner Herzog, but this one put me to sleep. Here’s my review of The Wild Blue Yonder (hopefully my review is more entertaining than the film).
Son of Man – Ad Astra
Many people hated this movie but I fell in love with it. Here’s my review of the Brad Pitt starring sci-fi drama, Ad Astra (contains spoilers).
The heart’s echo chamber – Searching
Searching (2018) is an exciting indie experiment that hits the viewer on multiple levels.
As it is written – Kodachrome
Kodachrome (2017) is a decent father-son road movie that’s good to watch on a Saturday afternoon. Available to stream on Netflix!
America’s wounds – Da 5 Bloods
Mostly snubbed by the Oscars, Spike Lee’s newest joint is a powerful meditation on the black veteran experience. Available to stream on Netflix!
Hall of mirrors – A Special Day
A Special Day (1977) is a beautiful Italian drama that I could not recommend more strongly. Available on BFI Player or with English dubbing on Amazon Prime.
Fool’s gold – What if
What if is probably one of the funniest rom-coms you’ve never seen, and it even has Harry Potter in it! Streamable on Netflix UK. (This review may contain mild spoilers)
Ágoston's Film Odyssey 