An emotionally complex but peacefully affecting story about two people finding some solace with each other. Written and directed by Sam Mendes (Skyfall, 1917) Empire of Light follows the story of Hilary, (Olivia Colman) a woman struggling with her mental health while working at an Empire cinema in coastal England. When new hire Stephen (Micheal…
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Review: Mary Queen of Scots
A grim and accurate telling of the two Queens vying for control over Great Britain. During the 1500s, young Mary Stuart returned to her homeland of Scotland from France, and being Queen of Scotland she also had claim to the throne of England as well, should she have an heir. But matters become worse as…
Review: The Girl with All the Gifts
A grim, post-apocalyptic take on the zombie movie, and a very solid entry in the genre! The world is ending. Tiny pockets of civilization battle for survival against hordes of rabid humans driven mad by a fungal pathogen, and yet one facility believes it has a cure to the outbreak. Melanie is one of several…