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Bros Review

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The world has become more accepting towards those who identify as gay, bisexual, lesbian and queer. It has also become more accepting towards those who are questioning their identity or are confused. The times become even more accepting with the arrival of Bros, the first gay and romantic comedy to be in the hands of a big studio, Universal.

Bros is directed and written by Nicholas Stoller and co-written by Billy Eichner (one of the leads in the film). It is a funny and lighthearted film that is also stellar in its writing and characterizations. The film is filled with compassion and sincerity, and I found myself laughing and having a wonderful time during much of the film. Bros finds its meaning in a sensitive subject matter. Despite the challenging subject, it is made to be relatable to many people around the world. And it shouldn’t matter whether viewers identify as straight, gay, or otherwise—everyone will love the film. Bros is simply one hell of an uplifting and enthusiastic romantic comedy.

n Bros we’re introduced to Bobby, played by Billy Eichner. A gay man with a successful career running museum exhibits, Bobby is an introvert who loves his life of solitude. This all changes when he meets Aaron Shepard, played by Luke MacFarlane. Aaron is kind of like Bobby, but more outgoing and more of a social butterfly than Bobby. Bobby and Aaron begin to date, but with their different personalities comes a range of challenges and obstacles. Tackling this is what makes Bros a hit and future classic, with all the grounds it covers in the relationship of Bobby and Aaron.

What stood out to me in Bros was the humor and enthusiasm found in the chemistry between Bobby and Aaron. Their conversations are hilarious and enticing. They talk a lot about shows, movies, and many subjects that are prime in today’s world. A moment that spoke to me the most is when Bobby talks about how he believes there is favoritism toward straight people in Hollywood. Whether that is true or not, it’s an important conversation to have, and it’s topic that many individuals will be able to relate to.

Bros is one of the funniest, honest, and charming films of this year. There are simply no limits to the honesty in its writing and characterizations. It dives into the feelings of Bobby and Aaron with honesty, compassion, and understanding. It is purely touching. The film’s chemistry is a challenging journey, one with loving moments. Bros has the keys to many evolving doors, and it is an endearing comedy. Three and a half stars for Bros.
 

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Moonage Daydream Review

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As the song Major Tom starts to echo, the journey of MoonageDaydream becomes an instant odyssey. The odyssey is filled with archived footage, interviews, concerts clips, and many more artistic facts which are interesting and dazzling. Director Brett Morgen knows how to recreate scenes from the mind of a talented artist. In this case the artist is David Bowie. MoonageDaydream delivers excellence through the archived footage of Bowie. Throughout the film, I felt in-tune with Bowie due to his incredible skills as a musician and an artist. Moonage Daydreamis like a space odyssey with transitions that are spectacular and colorful and accompanied by Bowie’s music echoing throughout the film.

The film was not only directed by Morgen but was also approved by the Bowie Estate. The film’s documentary layout is a journey through the life of Bowie, but it is not your typical documentary. While you can certainly jam to the music, the film offers an experience which remind its audience of what created Bowie and allowed him to be the talented musician he was. As the archives continue to roll, the audience will feel they are with Bowie reliving the many inspiring moments he created for the world.

In my experience seeing the film in IMAX, I felt it wasemotional and exhilarating. The film’s explanations of the archives show how much creativity Bowie had. In the interview archives he talks a candidly about his passion to make art and the role it plays in his life. Through the authenticity of Bowie’s words, I felt true empathy and encouragement to pursue the art we love to create.

In terms of an experience, Moonage Daydream also offers fans a look back a Bowie’s career. It shows archives of ticket vendors where people waited in anticipation to see him live. Given the limited technology at the time, true fans had to put in considerable effort to experience a live show. Seeing Bowie’sfrom back in the day, reminded me of how live events work today and how technology has changed our world. Bowie also changed the world, but he did so with all the artistic gifts he left for his fans before he died.

Moonage Daydream is a landscape of positive and sad moments. The music is skillfully blended with the visuals and narration. Every little aspect of Bowie is beautifully choreographed to make him the soul focus of the film. It is a musical documentary that will inspire the world. Its pacing is vibrant, and the film offers more depth than most fans will remember. Three and a half stars for Moonage Daydream.

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Smile Review

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I have two words, and they are SAY CHEESE! Smile is a terrifying, daring, and creepy experience. It is one of those horror films where I felt stunned. There are lots of jump scares, several hidden terrors, and little evidence to fight the horror. With Sosie Bacon and Kal Penn as doctors in a hospital, it is an excellent partnership to face the terror of Smile. Throughout the film, I was wondering who is next to face horror. I will say, however, the horror is airborne. Better hope for more resources and psychological aspects if the horror keeps getting warmer.

The psychological shockers incorporated with Smile is where the darkness unravels. One scenario leads to a death or an accident. Then there is a layout of cases that make no sense but are linked to the same type of scenario. The unraveling puzzles in Smile is bizarre. I even found myself afraid if someone were to have happy looks around me. Smile really knows where to find its label for its haunting aspects

In Smile, Bacon plays Dr. Rose Cotter who just witnesses a traumatizing incident with a patient. Her colleague is Dr. Morgan Desai (Penn). Morgan believes that Rose should take a break from her job working with patients to help clear her head. That is because following the incident, Rose starts to see disturbing images in her head, and it is taking over her daily life. The disturbing images are people smiling. That  is what her patient was doing before the incident happened. Soon, Rose starts to see even more harrowing images in her mind, and it is invading her personal life as well. Her fiancé Trevor (played by Jessie T. Usher) does not know how to be on the same page as her, as do many others. This only puts Rose into a deeper hole as her terror is coming closer to her. Time is of the essence to confront the horror in Smile.

The pattern of Smile is like patterns of seeing ghosts. The concept of Rose seeing people with happy faces, and the past event from her traumatic episode is where the pattern becomes invigorating. As that continues, the more the problems for Rose are unexpected. The film’s trail is a landscape of a pattern that is supernatural with illusions. I love illusions, and Smile sold me on its illusions.

The context of terror is accurate in Smile. The many happy face in the film is a symbol of what is meant to be scary. It comes and goes in many enthralling fragments. Much of which is awry. No one can escape what is to come with Smile.

Two words, and they are, BE AFRAID! Smile had me afraid. It will have many afraid. Some of the film may be predictable. It is in some fragments. It is not though, in every aspect. There is many surprises waiting to come around with Smile. Just be ready for creepy faces. Three stars.