Ralph Fiennes

The film proves to be a mixed bag that delivers on its pedigree yet seems more concerned with setting up subsequent films than concluding its story.

Unfortunately, the new film "The King’s Man" offers very little of the charm, wit, and entertainment value that was far more plentiful in its predecessors.

When he assumed the role of James Bond in Casino Royale (2006), Daniel Craig was not the fan favorite to inherit the character, but he quickly made it his own and solidified his take on Agent 007 with three additional films (Quantum of Solace [2008], Skyfall [2012], and Spectre [2015]). Now, in No Time To Die, Craig delivers his final triumphant turn as Ian Fleming’s secret agent. At the beginning...[Read More]

Adult melodramas are usually hit or miss for a lot of audience members. When played right, they can become absorbing and endlessly engaging. A perfect example would be Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation (2003). That film was able to provide viewers with a compelling melodramatic premise that was elevated by terrific performances from the main leads, steady direction, and sharp writing. The tricky...[Read More]

The Coen brothers first started publicly discussing their idea for Hail, Caesar! over a decade ago, but the resulting film feels jauntily tossed together in a fraction of that time. In some ways that’s a good thing. The film has a loose comic energy that allows it to slip easily from lengthy sketches to plottier sequences. But it’s also lacking in coherence. The Coens seem unsure if they’re making...[Read More]