Written by: Kevin Berge

Modern action movies not made by Disney are rarely successful these days. As superhero films take over cinema, no one else has much success making blockbusters. It's a sad affair because there's plenty of opportunity for stories to be told.

A few movies that went right past my radar in recent years got decent enough reviews that I felt odd not giving them the time when they were first released. Now I am attempting to rectify that.

This time around, I will be reviewing the oddly successful sequel/reboot Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, the rare decent video game movie Tomb Raider, and the far too Alien-inspired science fiction horror Life.

Written by: Kevin Berge

Quick Take: Jojo Rabbit pokes fun at one of the most dangerous of subjects. It does not always do so with much tact, but it is constantly hilarious with a great message at its core about how hatred and love are spread easily.

Written by: Kevin Berge

Quick Take: Parasite is a masterwork of social satire built on pointed comedy with an intense thriller edge. Every frame speaks to its themes and focus highlighted by the direction and screenplay. This is the best film of Bong Joon-ho's career, and that's a high bar to reach.

Written by: Kevin Berge

Quick Take: Zombieland is an absolute blast to comedic blast of energy. With great actors at the helm and a clever premise, it showcases director Ruben Fleischer and frequent collaborators Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick at their best even if it is a fairly simplistic story at its core.

Quick Take: Zombieland: Double Tap carries forward the original's story and characters well. However, ten years later, it does not feel quite as relevant or effective. It is still a fun ride though and guided by a fantastic set of actors at the helm.

Written by: Kevin Berge

Quick Take: The Lighthouse carries itself with strength, confidence, and unique power. Every beat is built upon the last, driven by a consistent oppressive atmosphere. It will hardly be for everyone and takes odd turns along its path, but its original vision is unlike anything filmmakers feel comfortable making today.