In the Heart of the Sea

This action/adventure film is bold, to be sure, but it truly works. The tale is epic, and the scope of the sets, CGI, and direction are equally epic. It feels a touch saccharine at times, and at others very dark and tragic. The rather masterful acting really holds this story together and makes for compelling viewing. Better than I expected. 3.5/5

In the Heart of the Sea on Netflix

Calvary

This Irish drama is at once darkly funny & terribly poignant, the ending really hit home with me. I loved this. 4.5/5

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The Raven

The script of this thriller is surprisingly consistent & engaging with decent acting but it was a bit by-the-numbers 3/5

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Safe House

Reynolds & Washington deliver solid performances in this action packed spy thriller with a shaky ending. 3/5

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Albert Nobbs

Close & Waisikowska are just spectacular in this drama, but the plot was loosely threaded a bit often for me. 3.5/5

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The Guard

Gleeson & Cheadle were great but this comedy was too uneven for me & I didn't care for the ending. Good not great. 3/5

The Guard on Netflix

Perrier's Bounty

The entire cast, especially Cillian Murphy, are amazing in this darkly comedic crime thriller. Brilliantly done all the way around. 4/5

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