Category Archives: Entropy

‘Live by Night’ is a joke, right?

Posted on January 13, 2017 by reelentropy

After three weeks in a four-theater limited release intended to generate excitement but only achieving a tepid indifference, it’s finally going wide! Ben Affleck’s latest vanity picture, Oscar… maybe a pity nomination? Live by Night! Here’s the thing about the … Continue reading →

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‘Hidden Figures’ is an inspirational treat

Posted on January 10, 2017 by reelentropy

Steven James @StevenLeeJames Hidden Figures is a biopic that actually honors the true story it’s based on. The Soviet Union’s Sputnik 1 has launched, and NASA is struggling to keep up. NASA research mathematician Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson) is … Continue reading →

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Ingenious visuals, catastrophic emotions weave through ‘A Monster Calls’

Posted on January 6, 2017 by reelentropy

With inventive animation sequences and thoughtful shots in support of a potent story, A Monster Calls is what moviemaking is all about. The film opens with young Conor O’Malley (Lewis MacDougall) having a nightmare, and it’s easy to see why he’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Entropy | Tagged #Harry potter and the deathly hallows, #liam neeson, #toby kebbell, A Monster Calls, Felicity Jones, Lewis MacDougall, Sigourney Weaver | Leave a comment

‘Moonlight’ unexpected and strange, make time to see it

Posted on January 5, 2017 by reelentropy

Steven James @StevenLeeJames I had different things going through my head during Moonlight, ranging from sadness to sympathy to “What the fuck?” I’m guessing the filmmakers wanted me to feel that way, but if you go in without knowing anything … Continue reading →

Posted in Entropy | Tagged Alex Hibbert, Ashton Sanders, Barry Jenkins, Mahershala Ali, Moonlight, Naomi Harris, Trevante Rhods | Leave a comment

‘Fences’ a disturbing, honest family drama

Posted on January 3, 2017 by reelentropy

Steven James @StevenLeeJames Fences is a disturbing movie about a dysfunctional family that, in some ways, probably acts a lot like your family. You cringe while these characters argue and feel thrilled when they resolve their issues. When Troy Maxson … Continue reading →

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