Tag: film criticism
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Why Timothée Chalamet’s Marty Supreme Is Too Much for Some Viewers
Introduction: The film’s most talked-about performance Timothée Chalamet’s portrayal of Marty Supreme has sparked conversations across audiences and critics alike. Some viewers hail the performance as fearless and inventive; others find it overwhelming or self-indulgent. This split reaction speaks to a broader trend in contemporary cinema: when a star leans into a high-octane persona, it…
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Michelle Yeoh Nabs Worst Actress Nomination at the 2026 Razzies: A Closer Look at the Highlights and Fallout
The 2026 Razzies: A Snapshot of the Nominations The Golden Raspberry Awards, better known as the Razzies, released their 2026 nominations on Wednesday, spotlighting the year’s most controversial and debated screen choices. Among the standout moments is Michelle Yeoh earning a Worst Actress nomination, a surprising turn for the acclaimed star whose recent projects have…
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Anurag Kashyap Calls Dhurandhar Brilliant Despite Its Political Edge
Overview: A Respectful Pause on Politics Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently weighed in on the political thriller Dhurandhar, calling the film “brilliant” even as he acknowledged its contentious political content. In a Letterboxd review that has sparked conversations across cinephile communities, Kashyap highlighted the film’s technical strengths while pointing to the way its propaganda dialogues divide…
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Deadline Critics Pick Their Top 10 Films Of 2025: Lanthimos’s Bugonia Leads a Year of Bold Cinema
Deadline Critics Reveal Their Top 10 Films of 2025 As 2025 closes, Deadline’s critics have unveiled their annual Top 10 list, a snapshot of a year that pushed boundaries, blended genres, and sparked lively debates among cinemagoers and industry observers alike. The lineup blends audacious performances, razor-sharp satire, and intimate storytelling, underscoring a year when…
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Mohammad Bakri: Remembering the Palestinian Actor and Filmmaker Behind Jenin, Jenin
Tribute to a Pioneering Palestinian Artist The death of Mohammad Bakri, a prominent Palestinian actor and filmmaker, marks the end of a storied career that bridged political storytelling and intense performances. Bakri, who gained international recognition for his role in Showtime’s Homeland during its 2020 run, was also the director of the controversial 2003 documentary…
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Renate Reinsve: From Vomit-Inducing Reviews to 19-Minute Standing Ovations at Cannes
Introduction: A Cannes Moment That Became a Benchmark Renate Reinsve’s name became inescapable in cinema circles after The Worst Person in the World premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. The Norwegian actor’s ascent from promising talent to a global sensation was punctuated by a single, memorable July evening: a Guardian headline, a quick wave of…
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Left-Handed Girl: A Provocative Film Exploring Myths, Prejudice, and Talent
Introduction: A Film That Challenges Deep-Rooted Myths Left-Handed Girl, the acclaimed drama from Taiwanese filmmaker Shih-Ching Tsou, dives into the enduring myths surrounding left-handedness. Framed through personal memory and a child’s experience, the film examines how society withholds opportunity, assigns stigmas, and glamorizes genius based on which hand you write with. The result is not…
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16 Going on 60: How Well Has The Sound of Music Aged?
Introduction: A timeless classic with a modern debate The Sound of Music, released in 1965, remains one of cinema’s most beloved musical adventures. Its blend of bright songs, bustling family life, and a poised performance by Julie Andrews has helped it endure across generations. Yet as viewers revisit the film amid changing attitudes toward history,…
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Zero-Star Reviews: The Peculiar Misery of Criticism
The burden of calling something a zero-star experience Critics often face a strange paradox: the very films we fear may be the ones that aren’t terrible in a traditional sense, yet fail to justify any enthusiastic response. The dread of writing a zero-star review isn’t born from a desire to punish art, but from a…
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The Peculiar Misery of Writing a Zero-Star Review
Why a zero-star review stings more than harsh praise Critics are trained to articulate delight and dismay with precision, yet the most uncomfortable honesty often arrives when a film earns no stars at all. The zero-star review is not a victory lap for flawless objectivity; it is a confession of failed expectations. The critic’s desk,…