Daily Archives: July 21, 2020

Father Solider Son (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): A solider and his family

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Netflix documentary film “Father Soldier Son” gives us a close and intimate look into the 10-year story of one ordinary American soldier and his dear family. While it remains rather apolitical about the war which is still being continued even … Continue reading →

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First Cow (2019) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): Two men and a cow in the Wild West

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Kelly Reichardt’s latest film “First Cow” lingers on my mind more than expected. While seemingly plain and modest in terms of story and characters, this little period drama constantly engaged me via its palpable realism and elegant storytelling, and I … Continue reading →

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Palm Springs (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): Stuck together in a time loop

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“Palm Springs” is a smart and funny comedy film which deftly handles a story promise which has been quite familiar to us since “Groundhog Day” (1993). Mainly driven by the good comic chemistry between its two appealing lead performers, the … Continue reading →

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