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Network (1976) ☆☆☆☆(4/4): A media satire chillingly prophetic and vividly timeless

Posted on July 13, 2026 by kaist455

Sidney Lumet’s 1976 film “Network”, which is going to be 50 years old in this year, is chillingly prophetic and vividly timeless. Yes, its satiric materials are not so outrageous or shocking because, as we all know, our world has … Continue reading →

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Moana (2026) ☆☆(2/4): It doesn’t go far at all

Posted on July 12, 2026 by kaist455

“Moana”, which is a live-action remake version of 2016 Disney animation film of the same name, feels so thoroughly redundant from the beginning to the end that my mind frequently went stray here and there while I watched it at … Continue reading →

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The Piano (1993) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): An extraordinary female drama by Jane Campion

Posted on July 12, 2026 by kaist455

Jane Campion’s 1993 film “The Piano”, which was re-released in selected theaters in South Korea a few weeks ago, is still an extraordinary female drama to mesmerize and then haunt you for a long time. Mainly revolving around its rather … Continue reading →

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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026) ☆☆☆(3/4): Another deadly game

Posted on July 6, 2026 by kaist455

“Ready or Not 2: Here I Come” tries another deadly game, and it mostly succeeds on the whole. Again, our heroine is hunted by a bunch of unlikable rich people willing to kill her within a limited amount of time, … Continue reading →

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EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2025) ☆☆☆(3/4): He rules anyway

Posted on July 5, 2026 by kaist455

Baz Luhrmann’s documentary film “EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert” is often excessive but undeniably electrifying in its vivid and impressive presentation of Elvis Presley as an entertainer. I must tell you that I am not a very big fan of … Continue reading →

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A Samurai in Time (2023) ☆☆☆(3/4): A samurai sent to the 21st century

Posted on July 5, 2026 by kaist455

2023 Japanese film “A Samurai in Time” keeps its attitude as straight and sincere as possible, and that makes it all the more amusing for us. Its story premise is quite familiar to say the least, but the movie handles … Continue reading →

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Enola Holmes 3 (2026) ☆☆1/2(2.5/4): A problem before her wedding

Posted on July 4, 2026 by kaist455

Netflix film “Enola Holmes 3”, which was released a few days ago, has less fun and excitement compared to its two predecessors to my little dissatisfaction. While it is supported mostly well by the plucky presence of its lead actress … Continue reading →

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The Sheep Detectives (2026) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): A woolly mystery

Posted on July 2, 2026 by kaist455

“The Sheep Detectives” has much more charm and wit than its rather silly title suggests, and I was accordingly entertained a lot during my viewing. As a comic mystery tale mixed with some familiar elements from Agatha Christie as well … Continue reading →

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Little Brother (2026) ☆☆☆(3/4): The trouble with his “brother”

Posted on June 29, 2026 by kaist455

I must confess that it took some time for me to recognize the considerable talent of John Cena. Around the time when he appeared in “12 Rounds” (2009), he looked to me like just another popular American professional wrestler trying … Continue reading →

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Voicemails for Isabelle (2026) ☆☆☆(3/4): A typical Netflix romantic comedy with some enjoyable things

Posted on June 29, 2026 by kaist455

Netflix film “Voicemails for Isabelle”, which was released a few weeks ago, is quite typical to the bone. Even before its Meet Cute moment, you will already have a pretty good idea on how the story will go after that … Continue reading →

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