Written by Patrick Hao "At this point in his career, there is no reason for anyone to feign surprise that Adam Sandler can act. But, Sandler has never harnessed his movie stardom the way that “Hustle” does. That is not … Continue reading.
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Tribeca 2022: Liquor Store Dreams
Written by Patrick Hao "“Liquor Store Dreams” is a deeply personal film for its director, So Yun Um. In fact, it’s a documentary unpacking her own complicated feelings as part of the Asian diaspora in the United States. A self-monikered … Continue reading.
The Phantom of the Open
Written by Patrick Hao "The United Kingdom has a long history of films depicting working-class folk heroes sticking it to the stiff upper lip of aristocracy. Just this year, North America saw the release of “The Duke,” in which a … Continue reading.
Fire Island
Written by Patrick Hao It is a truth universally acknowledged, that every few years there will be a contemporary film riff on one of Jane Austen’s works. Whether it is a film about a bunch of rich upper east siders … Continue reading.
Top Gun: Maverick
Written by Patrick Hao “Top Gun: Maverick” is the movie that they used to make, but not just because it is a “legacy sequel” to the original film nor is it because it is old-fashioned. Rather, “Top Gun: Maverick” embraces … Continue reading.
Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers
Written by Patrick Hao There is something cynical about meta-commentary about modern conglomerate cinema’s obsession with IP-driven content. A trend with films like “The Lego Movie,” “Ready Player One,” and “Space Jam: A New Legacy," all about loving and preserving … Continue reading.
Firestarter
Written by Patrick Hao You can tell this was written during Stephen King’s prime drug years. The original novel came out during the height of government paranoia and the unveiling of government experiments like Project MK Ultra. The updated version … Continue reading.
Operation Mincemeat
Written by Patrick Hao “Operation Mincemeat” is a handsome, respectable, slightly boring, light British drama – the type of movie that is designed to win awards at the AARP Movies for Grown-ups awards. Directed by John Madden, the veteran British … Continue reading.
Episode 127: X / Morbius / Everything Everywhere All at Once
On Episode 127 of Drink in the Movies Taylor is joined by Patrick Hao to discuss First Impressions of: "Tokyo Vice" & "Vortex." Followed by a discussion of the new releases: "X," "Morbius," and "Everything Everywhere All at Once."… Continue reading.
Memory
Written by Patrick Hao ...mixed with an actual steady hand director like Martin Campbell, the director of “Mask of Zorro” and “Casino Royale”, “Memory" felt like it would be a slam dunk. It is disappointing then that… Continue reading.