Fantastic Fest 2021 Review – Beyond the Infinite Two Minutes
Kazunori Tosa in “Beyond the Infinite Two Minutes” by: Cody Villafana Starring: Kazunori Tosa, Riko Fujitani, Gôta Ishida Directed by: Junta Yamaguchi (debut) Written by: Makoto Ueda (“The Night is Short, Walk on Girl”) Part of the fun of film festivals is general is walking into a film that you know nothing about and being […]
Ep. 139 – Jojo Rabbit, Dolemite Is My Name, The King, and an Austin Film Festival recap
This week on The CineSnob Podcast, Jerrod returns from his Japanese honeymoon to hear about Cody’s time at the Austin Film Festival. They also review Jojo Rabbit, Dolemite Is My Name, and The King. Click here to download the episode!
Isle of Dogs
“Fans of Anderson’s idiosyncratic work will enjoy the wonderful world of wagging tails he has created.”
The Fate of the Furious
“Dom’s betrayal is pretty thin gruel that no true fan will buy, and new director F. Gary Gray knows it.”
Ghost in the Shell
“A beautiful-looking film that proclaims to be about identity, but fails to find one of its own.”
Power Rangers
“Before they get to ride in their giant robot dinosaurs, we have to suffer through plodding training montages.”
Kong: Skull Island
“A mess. We’re expected to follow too many different poorly-drawn characters (big ape included).”
Silence
“It’s a tough nut to crack, [but] it’s harrowing and challenging; well performed and well written.”
Top 10 Films of 2016
JERROD KINGERY’S TOP TEN FILMS OF 2016 10. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story As the first “stand alone†Star Wars film, “Rogue One†overcame heavy reshoots and the series’ terrible track record with prequels to turn a better film than the warm, fuzzy nostalgia hug/retread “The Force Awakens†turned out to be. It’s far […]
Fantastic Fest Days 1 & 2 Recap: Turtles, Creepy Elevators & Everything in Between
After a one-year absence, I finally ventured north was again to Austin for Fantastic Fest. Honestly, those 365 days felt much longer. I missed the people, the sense of community, and the celebration of all things film. I had to bow out of attending 2015’s Fantastic Fest since I was busy planning my wedding. Not that I’m complaining. Not really. Besides, this year I get to bring my favorite movie buddy and new bride with me, and I’m definitely not complaining about that.
Gilbert Gottfried – comedian
“Now when think about saying something, I think twice and say it anyway.”
Furious 7
“A convoluted mess…There’s a real sadness here as the film works hard to retire Paul Walker.”