Reviews
Today’s consumers have more entertainment options than ever before thanks to technology and the explosion of new media outlets. That’s why Hollywood in Toto will help readers suss out the very best content across media. We all lead busy lives. Let’s consume only the highest quality movies, television shows and music with our limited leisure time.
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‘Reminders of Him’ Has Perfect Secret Weapon
Mainstream movie romances have set requirements. Predictability. Comfort. No character’s edge can be too unforgiving, even if it seems like…
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‘Project Hail Mary’ Takes Aim at A.I. Slop, Sequelitis
Sequels. Prequels. Reboots. Re-imaginings. Spinoffs. Shared universes. And, of course, the rise of A.I. slop. We’ve grown numb to films…
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Why ‘INLAND EMPIRE’ Was Pure, Unfiltered Lynch
David Lynch’s “INLAND EMPIRE” (2006) begins, fittingly, with a grand gesture. The spotlight shines on the title, followed by a…
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This One Thing Separates ‘Arco’ from the Animated Pack
The beginning of “Arco,” Ugo Bienvenu’s wonderful, animated fantasy, depicts the future world of 2932, where citizens live in clouds…
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‘Dolly’ Gets Under Your Skin (And Stays There)
Dolls are a horror director’s best friend. Those old-school toys, think porcelain features and glassy-eyed stares, can make grown men…
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Woke ‘Bride!’ Feels Like Blast from Cancel Culture Past
Jeb Bush would like his exclamation mark back, thank you. Or should we say, “Thank you!” “The Bride!” goes the…
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‘The Mastermind’ Keeps Director’s Maddening Streak Intact
Kelly Reichardt’s “The Mastermind” stars Josh O’Connor as James Mooney, a thief who steals works of art right out of…
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Alonzo Bodden Brings TDS to Swanky Pittsburgh Club
Alonzo Bodden has a serious case of Kimmel envy. The comic brought his stand-up shtick to Pittsburgh Saturday, basking in…
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Critic Mea Culpa: What We Missed About ‘Hannibal’
I get asked a lot if I ever change my mind about movies. Is there a movie I once loved…
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Genre Mashup ‘Night Patrol’ Lacks Bite, Humor
Ryan Prows’ “Night Patrol” is a hybrid of violent gang drama and horror film. I wish I could tell you…
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