All posts by Tarek Fayoumi…The Paterson of his Craft!

I am someone who strives to become a professional critic. I watch and review many movies. I view the eyes of movies as something as an art form. I have followed many critics over the years, but once I was thirteen I knew writing film reviews was going to be my passion. I learned from watching multiple episodes of Ebert And Roeper in my teen years, and then in middle school I began writing film reviews for a newspaper club. I am also an avid fan of the arts of Chicago including Theatre, Comedy, and music. Films, however, are my primary focus.
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We Live in Time Review

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A couple finding each other and going through many woah moments has a humanistic approach in We Live in Time. It has authenticity of connection and what it means to be present of love. It also has the dynamic of challenges—the conflicts of the characters themselves. Directed by John Crowley, a love story that has resilience. Stunning performances by Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh. Garfield and Pugh are the knockout couple that thrive the realism of We Live in Time.

This is the plot of We Live in Time. Garfield plays Tobias and Pugh plays Almut. Tobias is one who has just went through a divorce, and Almut is a growing chef. They are brought together by an accidental event which leads to love at first sight. Together, their romance and feelings for each other are deep. They have the personalities of wanting to be together forever. At the same time though, life brings in conflicts that require a lot of mental thinking. Together, they weave the hard times and happy times of their love life. They have continuous disagreements, and “time” is of the essence. We Live in Time boils turmoil by trying to find the true meaning of the love that is beneath Tobias and Almut.

The conflict of challenging the relationship is that Almut has stage three ovarian cancer, and she continues to do her chef work and grow her image. This creates the rough patch of We Live in Time. My appreciation for the film’s concept of being able to channel emotions is how it looks at its impact of truth and honesty.  “Truth” of an illness and “honesty” of its mental impact. Tobias and Almut want to feel their love forever, but at the same time, they want their mind to be fueled by the other aspects of life where they feel inspired. A lot of the “feel inspired” is Almut wanting to continue her growth as a chef. At the same time, they grow a family with one daughter.

There is a moment of teaching quality that just thrives the fascination of Pugh’s performance. In her role as Almut, she gives a step-by-step direction on how to crack eggs properly. There is meaning behind this element of quality. It is in her words as she says, “Versatility of the egg knows no bounds.” From this quote, that just delivers that loving and honest message that once a commitment begins, it is one where being committed has a direction for the long run. “The long run” is how supporting the relationship is through the eyes of Tobias and Almut. Will Tobias support Almut through her illness? Will Almut and Tobias be together forever? Where does their relationship have their most meanings? There is lots to take in with We Live in Time. There are no emotional boundaries. There is the pattern of love hitting deficits and then rebuilding with what matters—that is the definition of togetherness with many frequent slates. Three out of four stars for We Live in Time.

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Terrifier 3 Review

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Writer and director Damien Leone lets his vision shine in Terrifier 3. The first two films were built terror up, but the third is the best and the scariest. It is not rated, but that is because if it went through the system, it would receive an NC-17 rating. I survived my experience with Terrifier 3! I know many screenings of this film resulted in people walking out due to the nature of its content.  There is continuous grisly violence, and slashing scenes which cross the limits. I went in with an empty stomach, so I was physically and mentally prepared for Terrifier 3. It was one of the most exciting horror films I have seen in years.

The events of the first and the second film are continued in this edition. It is the Christmas season, and Art the Clown (played by David Howard Thornton) is still roaming the streets. Sienna (played by Lauren LaVera) and her brother Jonathan (played by Elliott Fullam) are trying to recover from the terrifying events they had with Art the Clown in Terrifier 2. Apparently, their nightmare was only the beginning, and they are far from finished. In Miles County, horrific events start to happen.  It seems as if Sienna and Jonathan are the only ones who know how to lure Art the Clown into putting an end to his nightmares. The only problem is that he is moving around so much more. Sienna and Jonathan want to find a life of normalcy, but there is no such thing.

Audiences will have to build a tolerance to this film. As Art the Clown unravels his wrath, the rollercoaster of mental tolerance may require (mental) helmets. Viewers got up out of their seats throughout my screening because their handling some scenes is a challenge. It is ruthless horror done right since proper build-ups are established to mortify audiences. Leone’s directing is genius! His style of direction may not appeal to everyone, but I respect the fact that he does not let his vision get criticized. He is an open book in Terrifier 3.

The slashing moments may require research before seeing this film. I revisited the first two films before watching the third. I knew my tolerance had to be built up to avoid being repulsed.The evil is in this film is invigorating, and the nightmares of Christmas come early. It is unforgettable, although a little too violent at times. In the end, it is truly one most terrifying experiences I have had in a cinema. Three out of four stars for Terrifier 3.

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A Nightmare on Elm Street 4K HDR Edition Review

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For those looking for some nostalgic terror, Wes Craven’s A Nightmare on Elm Street delivers. The immersive momentum is even better in its new 4K HDR (high dynamic range) Edition. There are superb elements including sound effects, scares, and bonus features which make for a surreal experience for both old and new audiences. The killer, Freddy Krueger (played by Robert Englund) is back with his blades leading to unsettling nightmares. The screeching sounds are more intense now thanks to the improved audio quality.

The visuals in this film give off 80s vibes The younger days of celebrities like Heather Langenkamp (who plays Nancy Thompson), Johnny Depp (who plays Glen Lantz), and Amanda Wyss (who plays Tina Gray) marked the early days of a killer that built a franchise. Their nightmares of the same killer, Freddy Krueger, feature the invisible silences that create horror. The 4K restoration makes the moving parts of the puzzle worth revisiting. The digital edition is now available and the 4K UHD Disc debuts on October 15th. For collectors, the physical discs are what fans will not want to miss due to the visual effects.

Get your Halloween fascination on and investigate securing your copy of A Nightmare on Elm Street in 4K. The 1986 horrors still dazzle. It is uncharted territory that feels interactive and also original which is hard to find these days. This is one of the most historic films filled with horrific galore that audiences will not want to turn down. Four out of four stars for A Nightmare on Elm Street in 4K.