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Ben Pivoz
Dec 25, 2023
Ferrari
There is a detachment to the protagonist that extends to Ferrari as a whole.
Ben Pivoz
Dec 22, 2023
The Boys in the Boat
There isn’t a shred of creativity, originality or filmmaking skill in its two hours.
Ben Pivoz
Dec 21, 2023
The Iron Claw
The result is a good movie that doesn’t have enough feeling (besides sadness) to be great.
Ben Pivoz
Nov 24, 2023
Napoleon
For all of its strengths, ultimately, it is bloated, empty and dull.
Ben Pivoz
Nov 23, 2023
Saltburn
Emerald Fennell’s control of tone and ability to mix Oliver’s drama with the absurdity of the filthy rich is what makes Saltburn effective.
Ben Pivoz
Nov 11, 2023
The Holdovers
It is smart, likable, funny and lifted by a trio of great performances.
Ben Pivoz
Oct 20, 2023
Killers of the Flower Moon
Scorsese has given this forgotten piece of history the respect it deserves. It is another remarkable achievement in a career full of them.
Ben Pivoz
Oct 6, 2023
The Royal Hotel
A compelling, well-made, movie, with an effective setting and a strong performance from Julia Garner.
Ben Pivoz
Sep 28, 2023
Dumb Money
It works okay as a fast-paced retelling of a captivating series of events. It just doesn’t really have anything to say about them.
Ben Pivoz
Sep 8, 2023
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
It is touching and sweet. It is also meandering and unconvincing.
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