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Written by: Kevin Berge  The shocking case that actually was not about demonic possession at all but don't let that distract you from the defendant trying it first. (Image Courtesy of: sportskeeda.com) Quick Take: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It does not live up to the quality of the first two The Conjuring movies featuring Ed and Lorraine Warren, but it is still an enjoyable ride in this universe of mixed returns thanks to the main acting duo.
Analyzed Film Review: I, Tonya6/8/2021 Written by: Kevin Berge  Margot channeling that Tonya Harding energy that says "I have no qualms with kneecapping anyone but what's the point when there's skating to be done?" (Image Courtesy of: realifereview.com) Quick Take: I, Tonya has the rough black humor of its subject matter down to a fine point, both dry and insightful. The movie flows throughout multiple skewed perspectives without ultimately ever solidly landing on an answer to the truth, guided by an engaging performance from Margot Robbie.
Written by: Kevin Berge  Bill Nighy is here to be your dramatic detective just about 3 steps too slow at every stage. (Image Courtesy of: bustle.com) Quick Take: The Limehouse Golem twists and turns in a Victorian London thriller mystery that would feel appropriate for Sherlock Holmes to solve. Its intensity ramps up to a fever pitch that leaves no stone left unturned right up to its final gut punch of a twist.
2021 Film Review: Those Who Wish Me Dead5/18/2021 Written by: Kevin Berge  Angelina Jolie is ready for her second run as an action star, following in the footsteps of Liam Neeson and Keanu Reeves. (Image Courtesy of: goggler.my) Quick Take: Those Who Wish Me Dead tries to be a careful, realistic action thriller, but the central threat is so contingent on mistakes that no one looks good by the end. It's a fine solidly acted ride that could have used a script doctor.
Analyzed Film Review: Draft Day5/11/2021 Written by: Kevin Berge  All he cares about is football, and no one will stop him from making his team! Not his pregnant secret girlfriend coworker, the coach he apparently had no say in hiring, nor the various players trying to pull his attention. (Image Courtesy of: news.wisc.edu) Quick Take: Draft Day is a poorly conceived mess with a niche audience that somehow manages to be entertaining in a way that was likely unplanned. It is utterly ridiculous to the point of comedy.
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