
Music



Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga
(1.5 *) Some good music, but Will Farrell spoils the movie

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

Sound of Metal
(4 Stars) An important film that explores the world of sound.

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
(3 Stars) Powerful Performances from Boseman and Davis, but it is still a play.

Soul
(4.5 Stars) Interesting and Creative approach to some very abstract questions. Excellent film.

History/Horror/Music/Sports/ War/Westerns: The 2020 Minor Genres
A Summary of this year’s movie reviews in the minor genres. And comparisons to last year’s entries.

Rocketman
(3.5 Stars) Elton John’s life presented as a musical – great entertainment.

Cold War
2/5 Oscar Nominations: Foreign Language Film (Poland)Director (Pawel Pawlikowski)Cinematography (Lukas Zal) Maybe one shouldn’t screen this movie after watching the German film “Never Look

Green Book
(4.5 Stars) Best Picture Winner and a compelling tale of two men, unlikely partners in a road-trip through the Deep South. One of the better movies of the year.

A Star Is Born
(3.5 Stars) In yet another remake, Lady Gaga shows she can act better than Bradley Cooper can sing. Its OK if you’re into sappy romances.

Bohemian Rhapsody
(4.5 Stars) Rami Malek delivers a terrific performance as Freddie Mercury in an excellent film I liked better than the professional critics.