BOFCA REVIEW ROUNDUP: 12/1/2023

SILENT NIGHT

“For those who appreciated John Woo’s past movies, his return to Hollywood brings his unique style back to the big screen.” – Daniel M. Kimmel, North Shore Movies

 

 

IT’S A WONDERFUL KNIFE

“In letting the blood flow while holding onto the Capraesque optimism that triumphed in the original, they’ve created a holiday horror show that stands out from the rest.” – Daniel M. Kimmel, North Shore Movies

BOFCA REVIEW ROUNDUP: 11/24/2023

NAPOLEON

“It would be difficult to make a movie about Napoleon that is not epic or sweeping or grand, and Scott’s Napoleon does not fail in its attempt to match these characterizations. High budget and vast though it is, this version of Napoleon’s conquests—militaristic and romantic—is very paint by the numbers.” – Randy Steinberg, Blast Magazine

BOFCA REVIEW ROUNDUP: 11/17/2023

THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES

“For much of the runtime, “TBoSS” is a worthwhile addition to “The Hunger Games” cinematic tradition. Populated with captivating characters, entertaining performances, and exciting action, it succeeds more than it misses on a far shorter time frame than its predecessors. However, when it attempts to be meaningful to the larger “Hunger Games” universe, it struggles, feeling rushed and empty.” – Derek Deskins, EDGE Media Network

 

 

BOFCA REVIEW ROUNDUP: 11/10/2023

ONCE WITHIN A TIME

“To be clear: there is a very good chance that you will hate this movie, or at least run out of patience for its aggressive strain of whimsy. But if you’re anywhere close to Reggio’s cockeyed wavelength– or just in the market of something you well and truly haven’t seen before– Once Within a Time could just as easily be your favorite movie of the year. In either event, its very existence is something to be celebrated.” – Oscar Goff, Boston Hassle

IRENA’S VOW

“The film is based on the heroic efforts of Irena Gut, a young, Polish woman, who hid Jews during World War II. In light of the terrorist attacks in Israel, Irena’s Vow is a highly relevant film.” – Randy Steinberg, Blast Magazine

 

 

THE MARVELS

“There is a lot of fun to be had in The Marvels despite the messy script and editing.” – Duane Miller, Cinemania World Podcast

 

 

THE HOLDOVERS

The Holdovers is a movie for people who want to spend some time with relatable characters simply trying to navigate the vicissitudes of life. In that, it’s a breath of fresh air.” – Daniel M. Kimmel, North Shore Movies

“David Hemingson’s funny, wise screenplay is a masterpiece of subtlety and honesty.” – Joyce Kulhawik, Joyce’s Choices

LOVE VIRTUALLY

“First, it doesn’t take itself too seriously. Second, it spends some time building its characters so that we care about how their stories play out. The result is a silly movie that turns out to be a lot of fun.” – Daniel M. Kimmel, North Shore Movies