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Fanga (2023)
A dark, Icelandic folktale
Best experienced on a big TV with a great sound system, Belle will transport you to Iceland for an unexpected journey through the character's eyes. The original "Beauty and the Beast myth" kind of serves like a a lighthouse on a far shore in the background, while this darker, psychological take on it ventures out into the uncharted depths of Belle's unconscious. This is not a horror film; it's a story of Belle and the Beast navigating the territory that's most terrifying of all: falling in love.
Excellent and subtle performances by Ingi (the Beast), Andrea (Belle), Hana (The Witch), incredible cinematography by Nico Navia, resourceful and thoughtful production design by Susan Huyett, deliberate and sophisticated editing by Patrick Lawrence, and glorious score by Matt Orenstein.
Crisis (2021)
Beautifully crafted and relevant thriller
What I liked best was this was a thriller first, "message movie" second. It grabbed me from the first frame and took me on a rollercoaster until the end credits. Really cool to see Hammer in a grittier role and Evangeline Lilly was strong as the mom. Oldman and Kinnear seemed like they were born for these roles and it was fun to see them play off each other. Great pumping score and kinetic cinematography. I learned a lot about this deep-reaching problem plaguing our country by the end, but was first and foremost very entertained and gripped by the story. Strongly recommend!