Movie reviews of Ruth Maramis

Setting the story of a malfunctioning digital device in the form of a cute bubble bot is so clever and hits so close to home even for adults like me. Review

Michael Sarnoski is a filmmaker to watch in his feature directorial debut. I like his story telling style that takes its time in the way it reveals the character’s journey, and the payoff in the end is an emotional one. Review

This one was enjoyable, I guess I didn’t expect too much out of his action flicks and I always find him watchable despite the movie’s flaws. Review

Quite a disappointment from Matthew Vaughn as I enjoyed the first two Kingsman movies. Review

Overall it has enough going for it to make for a good family movie, but doesn’t have enough oomph to make it a classic. Review

The Tragedy of Macbeth exceeds my expectations in every respect and definitely one of the absolute best films of the year. Review

One thing for sure, I spent a great deal of time being discombobulated or bored, there were barely any uplifting moments that got me engaged or made me want to cheer. Review

No Way Home is a great example of ‘fan service’ done right that make people fall in love with the characters all over again. Review

Sing 2 is an enjoyable, lively and life-affirming movie that one can enjoy with the whole family this holiday season. Review

As someone who isn’t too familiar with Lucille Ball’s life, I find it quite entertaining and eye-opening in presenting Lucy as a complex artist who weathered the storm during a turbulent period of her professional and personal life. Review

This film further proves that Spielberg’s still got it and he is truly a master filmmaker who can thrive in any genre. Review

This movie made me laugh and cry, it’s thought-provoking, funny, relatable and emotional, just what every movie should be! Review

Obsession, envy, jealousy are all themes explored throughout, but despite its provocative finale, it doesn’t quite mask its superficiality. Review

Overall this is a rousing, uplifting biopic with a terrific script and spot-on performances. Review

Now, I don’t expect every movie to be award-worthy, but even ‘brainless’ movies ought to still offer some kind of entertainment value, otherwise WHAT IS THE POINT?? Review

Overall I find BELFAST entertaining and heartfelt… with plenty of wit and humor to keep things from being too dour. Review

Hanks proves once again that he is such a charismatic actor that he could hold the audience’s interest all by himself. Review

It’s a truly charming, heartfelt indie film that proves once again that a good story and great performances can elevate a film no matter how small the budget. Review

Overall I’m impressed with what Villeneuve has done in bringing his vision of Dune to life. It’s more than just a feast for the eyes, but the narrative delivery offers something thrilling and thought-provoking. Review

As for Cumberbatch, though he’s played too many similar characters in his career, he’s still quite good in the role. In fact, he’s competent enough to rise above the uneven direction and still makes a compelling portrait of a true artist that you can’t help root for. Review

The filmmaker’s idea of reimagining the events in Prague as his inspiration for Don Giovanni perhaps sounds good on paper, but somehow it doesn’t turn out as compelling as it could have been. Review

The Last Duel is a competently-made film, but I couldn’t really give it high marks for the main issues I’ve mentioned, which I think detracts from the progressive female-empowerment theme. Review

Equity. Cohen and West’s direction paints a beautiful, moving portrait of an extraordinary life of someone who used her intellect and legal smarts for good, which still benefits many people to this day. Review

Unlike his predecessors, Craig’s Bond films shares a plot thread that connect them all, which is quite unprecedented for the franchise. Thus, while Craig’s tenure does not end in an all-time-high fashion, I can say that it’s a bold and memorable finale for a game-changing Bond era. Review