I recently had the opportunity to watch a short film at the Galaxy Grand Cinema that aimed to portray the epic figure of Antoune Saadee, a monumental figure in the history of Lebanon and Greater Syria. However, my experience left me somewhat disappointed, as I felt the film failed to do justice to the importance … Read more
The 96th Academy Awards are, around the corner and this year’s list of nominees includes some truly outstanding films. While each nominee is undeniably deserving I have predictions as to who might claim the awards on Oscar night. When it comes to Best Picture my money is on “Oppenheimer.” Christopher Nolan’s latest masterpiece has garnered both … Read more
This is the season to be jolly, and what better way to usher in the festive spirit than with a heartwarming rendition of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic, “A Christmas Carol.” Over the years, we’ve seen various adaptations of this beloved tale, ranging from the traditional classics to more diverse and inclusive interpretations that reflect the … Read more
The much-anticipated movie adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes has captured the hearts of Hunger Games fans everywhere. This gripping prequel film, set 64 years before Katniss Everdeen’s fight for survival in the arena, tells the origin story of the sinister President Snow and his complex relationship with District 12 tribute … Read more
As someone fascinated with the Napoleonic era, I entered the theater to watch Ridley Scott’s take on the French emperor with high hopes – but walked out rather unsatisfied. Now showing in cinemas, Scott’s Napoleon aims more for low-brow laughs than an intricate exploration of the complex man behind the myth. Don’t get me wrong, … Read more
In 2007, I had an opinion that I posted back then before having a blog that expressed concern over the state of the film industry. I argued that many filmmakers at the time were lacking in creativity and relying too heavily on remakes and prequels of successful movies. They lamented the fact that there seemed … Read more
When we were first introduced to Benoit Blanc in the first Knives out movie, instantly promised to be an interesting character. Daniel Craig’s performance then and now is three dimensional and had a combination of clever and humorous. Glass Onion also boasts an ensemble of actors who manage to deliver good performances and the cherry … Read more
An underrated film is usually well-known. It’s not about being an obscure movie. It’s about being misunderstood or possibly wasn’t what the audience & critics expected when the flick was first released. A great example of such a film is Citizen Kane, but it won’t be included in this list because for me it’s a masterpiece & already highly rated among critics. 1. Eyes Wide … Read more
The new series on Netflix got all the factors to become a hit. Yet there’s still something missing in this show. In my opinion, the actors are brilliant and the production is superb, but something doesn’t add up. Although it’s a well-constructed storytelling script yet the episodes seem disconnected. You just feel that every episode … Read more
When you consider an award show the most admirable thing usually is getting surprising results. In the last ten or so years it’s been more like a campaign race and most of the time the powerful producers play a significant role. This year’s Oscar nominations feature one of the best movies there denies no. But … Read more