Written by Michael Clawson "In “Robe of Gems,” violence is disquietingly embedded in the atmosphere of everyday life. In the Mexican countryside, where the unceasing brutality of drug cartels makes kidnappings a common occurrence, those who aren’t traumatized by..."… Continue reading.
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The Taste of Things
Written by Michael Clawson "There is little doubt that everything they produce will be delicious, which speaks to one of the movie’s problems. Hung is so intent on capturing the transcendent pleasure in cooking and consuming a meal, that the … Continue reading.
Favorite First Watches of 2023
Our Drink in the Movies team has decided to celebrate the rest of our viewings by putting together our top 10 favorite films that we experienced for the first time during 2023 that were not released during that year. … Continue reading.
Jeff Sparks Favorite Performer of 2023: Mia Goth
Written by Jeff Sparks "Through each year that she has worked, if her performance isn’t one of the best it’s been at the very least memorable. Since her stunning feature film performing debut in “Nymphomaniac: Volume Two” Mia Goth has … Continue reading.
Quo Vadis, Aida?
Written by Raúl Mendoza "“Quo Vadis, Aida?” written, produced, and directed by Bosnian film director, Jasmila Žbanić, examines the events of the Srebrenica Massacre where more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were murdered by the Bosnian Serb Army … Continue reading.
Jeff Sparks and Michael Clawson’s Favorite Arthouse Films of 2023
"At the end of every year a handful of films make it onto nearly every top ten list. While the widespread acclaim for those films is understandable, there are plenty of others that are just as good that don’t receive … Continue reading.
Most Anticipated Films of 2024
Our Drink in the Movies team has compiled a comprehensive piece that provides a shared look at each of our top 10 most anticipated films of 2024. All selections are currently scheduled for a 2024 release and/or in post-production.… Continue reading.
Dune: Part Two
Written by Taylor Baker "In “Dune: Part Two” the prophecy of al Gaib comes to life, Muad'Dib carves the path from boy to prophet, and Villeneuve sets up a grandiose vision that seems to be focused on the second novel, … Continue reading.
God’s Own Country (2017)
Written by Livvy O'Brien "In Northern England lies a region known as “God’s Own Country.” This celestial nickname has strong origins in Yorkshire’s beautiful and picturesque countryside. From the rolling hills to the boundless moors, and quaint villages, every detail … Continue reading.
Marrowbone
Written by Livvy O'Brien "“Marrowbone” has a unique Gothic essence that guides viewers through a perplexing labyrinth of torment, blurring the boundaries between reality and illusion. As the story unfolds, the audience is seized in a chilling dance of uncertainty, … Continue reading.