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Good Time (2017)
The most underrated film of 2017.
It is truly a disappointment that "Good Time" hasn't gotten more recognition, as it was my favorite movie of last year. I saw it in theaters last winter and then recently bought it on Blu-ray and re-watched it. It is even better the 2nd time around.
"Good Time" is a character-study, a heist film and it is a gritty odyssey across Queens all wrapped into one. And while all these elements are played completely straight, there are incredibly dark comedy moments sprinkled throughout. Somehow, in the midst of all these insane actions taking place, this film still has a heart at the center of it.
All the performances were fantastic, and all technical aspects were on point. However it seems as though this Safdie brothers project was completely overlooked. Still no love for small films with no backing by a giant major studio. Maybe if it were directed by Ron Howard and starred Matt Damon, it could've gotten a couple of award nods. But on that same note, the movie would've had no heart, no soul and no vision behind it.
If for some strange reason the directors were to read this review, I would just ask one thing: PLEASE DO NOT SELL OUT! Hollywood has a habit of taking independent film makers and then have them direct blockbusters (with highly variying success). Would I blame you if you did? No, I can't say that I would. But you two are among the best in filmmaking right now, and I cannot wait to see what project you have cooking next (sans superheroes, Star Wars or dinosaurs preferred).
The Zookeeper's Wife (2017)
An emotionally manipulative mess.
I can see why this film never really garnered a wide-release and was completely under the radar for any televised awards show. This film is worse than bad. It portrays the main characters as incompetent and idiotic instead of the brave and intelligent people that they were. But to be fair, this is due more to the awful writing than the performances (which were fine). The writing devolved a potentially gripping and dramatic story into melodramatic schlock. If you are looking for a good representation of the struggles of the holocaust, watch Schindler's List, Boy in the Striped Pajamas or read "Maus" or "Night"; please do not watch this garbage.
Love on a Leash (2011)
The best Yiff comedy since "Snow Dogs"...
I can say without a shred of sarcasm that this was a very memorable viewing experience. Can I honestly say that this is because Love on a Leash is a good film? No. Love on a Leash is a dumpster fire. From a technical aspect, this film is complete failure.
However, due to its sheer ineptitude and batshit story this film is a genuine stand out. Say what you will, all criticisms are most likely valid. But at least Love on a Leash is memorable, which is more than I can say about a majority of major studio releases.