Most of the time in cinema, there is a concerted effort made to distract audiences from the fact that what they are watching is a constructed narrative. In fewer cases, there are films which deliberately
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Deadpool 2 (Review)
Sequels are never an easy feat to successfully pull off, especially when its predecessor is so well loved. Matching the first installment’s quality is one thing, but to actually veer in a fresh narrative direction,
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When discussing Canadian filmmakers, there are certain names that always crop up. James Cameron, David Cronenberg, Atom Egoyan, Denis Villeneuve; these are all names that are considered synonymous with Canadian cinema, and deservedly so, given
Continue ReadingWhy Superbad is One of My All-Time Favourite Comedies
Everyone has defining cinematic experiences. Upon seeing The Godfather during its initial release, audience perceptions on the possibilities of the crime saga shifted for the better, or, for a more recent example, The Avengers proved
Continue ReadingWayne’s World (Review)
Mike Myers may not be the household name he once was, but the Canadian’s films and their accompanying library of quirky characters have made an indelible impression on the world comedy, beginning with 1992’s Wayne’s
Continue ReadingThe Interview (Review)
Cold open aside, beginning your comedy with an interview with Eminem is one thing, but to have the provocative rapper casually out himself as a homosexual after questioning his perceived homophobic lyrics is on an
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