Frank’s Film Review: Hamnet⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Audiences entering the theater to watch Hamnet may not know exactly what to expect. With the acclaimed talents of Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley anchoring the cast and the film’s deep connection to Shakespearean legacy, anticipation runs high. Yet, the emotional depth and profound humanity that unfold on screen surpass even the loftiest expectations. Directed by Chloé Zhao and adapted from … Continue reading Hamnet
Frank’s Film Review: Wicked: For Good⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Wicked: For Good returns audiences to the magical world of Oz, promising grand spectacle and heartfelt drama. While it doesn’t always recapture the dazzling heights of its predecessor, the film offers plenty of enchantment — particularly for longtime fans, who will find much to enjoy in this anticipated finale. The story resumes five years after Elphaba’s bold stand against … Continue reading Wicked: For Good
Frank’s Film Review: Dog Day Afternoon⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 When it comes to films that have left an indelible mark on the history of cinema, Sidney Lumet’s 1975 crime drama Dog Day Afternoon is a title that stands tall. Based on a true story, this gripping tale of a bank robbery gone awry is more than just a heist film — it’s a raw, emotional exploration of human … Continue reading Dog Day Afternoon
Frank’s Film Review: Frankenstein (2025)⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein is a remarkable film, with each shot carefully crafted like a master painter’s work, building a world that is beautiful and profoundly sorrowful. Del Toro’s lifelong fascination with tragic monsters and gothic stories makes this project a perfect fit. The film stands as a piece of art that is as emotionally moving as it is visually … Continue reading Frankenstein (2025)
Frank’s Film Review: Psycho⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 This Halloween, I found myself alone with nothing but silence and a craving for cinematic chills, so I settled in and pressed play on one of my all-time favorites. No matter how many times I revisit Hitchcock’s classic film Psycho, it never loses its hold on me. The film immediately casts its spell, opening in a dimly lit hotel room where … Continue reading Psycho
Frank’s Film Review: Train Dreams⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Last night, as I stepped into the theater for the Seattle International Film Festival, my heart pounded with anticipation. Like many in the audience, I was eager to see Train Dreams, the new adaptation of Denis Johnson’s acclaimed novella. But I had another reason for my excitement. About a year and a half ago, I spent a long, unforgettable day … Continue reading Train Dreams
Frank’s Film Review: Cruising⭐⭐⭐/5 William Friedkin’s Cruising is a thought-provoking film that challenges viewers to engage with its deeper themes. Released in 1980 and starring Al Pacino, this thriller is renowned for its controversial and captivating nature. It explores topics such as identity, violence, and the complex relationship between duty and desire. In Cruising, Al Pacino portrays Steve Burns, an NYPD officer tasked with infiltrating … Continue reading Cruising
Frank’s Film Review: The History of Sound⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Director Oliver Hermanus makes a bold statement from the very first frame of The History of Sound. The opening credits unfold in complete silence — a striking choice that immediately draws the viewer in. This moment sets the tone for a film in which sound — or the absence of it — holds as much meaning as the … Continue reading The History of Sound
Frank’s Film Review: Mildred Pierce⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Joan Crawford’s career was hanging by a thread when she took on the role of Mildred Pierce in 1945. After parting ways with MGM and being branded “box office poison,” she had everything to prove—and Warner Bros. gave her the chance to do it. But let’s be clear: Crawford didn’t just walk into this role. She fought for it. At … Continue reading Mildred Pierce
Frank’s Film Review: Charade⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 From the very first scene of Charade, Audrey Hepburn exudes effortless elegance and warmth, capturing your attention and holding it tightly. As Regina Lampert, a young widow swept into a whirlwind of danger and deception, Audrey masterfully balances vulnerability with sharp-witted charm. She makes it impossible not to root for her—or envy her impeccable Givenchy wardrobe. Watching her glide through Paris … Continue reading Charade
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