
Drama


Spencer
(4*) Spencer is not your typical biopic, but Stewart’s outstanding performance makes this a must-see film

Parallel Mothers
Parallel Mothers is a terrific film, right up to the last 20 minutes. (2.5 *)

The Tragedy of Macbeth
(4.5 *) The Tragedy of Macbeth is a powerful production that shows the relevance of Shakespeare to today’s modern age.

The Worst Person in the World
(4*) The Worst Person in the World is a beautiful film with a fantastic Renate Reinsve, but maybe appeals most to a certain audience.


The Eyes of Tammy Faye
(3.5 Stars) Great acting from Chastain, and overwhelming makeup, but kind of a mess of a movie.

tick, tick…BOOM!
(4 stars) A little difficult to follow but a great story and some terrific music.

Being the Ricardos
(4 Stars) A wonderful synthesis of the pair – not a documentary!

Nightmare Alley
(4 Stars) A film noire psychological thriller that keeps your interests, darkly.

The Lost Daughter
(3.5 Stars) A flawed but intriguing look at the psychology of an ‘Unnatural Mother’.

Belfast
(3.5 *) Another good take on family. Terrific setup in the first 10 minutes.

CODA
(4.5 *) A simple tale, simply told. But delivers a big emotional payoff.

Don’t Look Up
(4 Stars) No, Not Best Picture But a Satirical film with a not-so-funny message.

West Side Story
(3.5 *) Technically near perfect, but lacking in the dramatic storytelling.

King Richard
(3 *) A fun movie until you understand that it isn’t completely truthful.

Dune
(5 Stars) A stunning sensory experience and quite likely the next Star Wars.

Licorice Pizza
(3.5 *) Alana Haim is a real gem, but the movie is a Hollywood-inside-joke.

The Power of the Dog
(4.5 Stars) Quite likely the Best Picture of the Year. Let me explain why.

2021 Drama Genre Films
A list and a quick overview of 2021’s Oscar-nominated Drama movies.


Da 5 Bloods
(4 Stars) A War-time Adventure that challenges White America at the same time that it doesn’t go far enough!

The One and Only Ivan
(1.5 Stars) Might work for families with small children.

The Midnight Sky
(4 Stars) Much better than the critics say. Beautiful imagery and sounds and a story with a twist.


Emma.
(4 Stars) Engaging and sumptuous. A superb production from millennials.

The White Tiger
(3.5 Stars) An Indian tale of ambition and an indictment of Western capitalism.

Pieces of a Woman
(3.5 Stars) Outstanding performance from Vanessa Kirby, but the movie lets her down after the first half-hour.

United States vs Billie Holiday
(4 Stars) A mixed movie, but a stunning performance from Andra Day, both musically and as sensitive actress.

Quo Vadis, Aida?
(4.5 Stars). This is not a feel good movie, but one that people should see. It paints an ugly side of humanity.

Man Who Sold His Skin
(3.5 Stars). Actually a fairly good movie, but, again, with maybe a bit too much politics.

Better Days
(3.5 Stars) An interesting film with some very good dramatic elements. But seems to have some heavy-handed government overlays.

Greyhound
(4 Stars) For those of us who like our heroes simple, with tense, sustained, action.