Movie reviews of Ruth Maramis

I find The Creator quite satisfying though it remains to be seen if it’ll be regarded as a sci-fi classic years down the line. Review

I do appreciate that Shulman’s script and Sie’s direction avoid the saccharine pitfalls despite dealing with a tear-jerker theme. The story is heart-rending and sweet without being nauseatingly syrupy. Review

A Million Miles Away honors José’s life wonderfully, it’s the kind of crowd-pleaser we all could use more of these days. Review

One can’t refute Branagh’s deep love for the character and it’s even more evident in this film. Three times the charm, as this is definitely the strongest of Branagh’s Christie trilogy. Review

As amusing as it is to hear from the lensmen who have photographed the Queen, it doesn’t really offer an in-depth portrait of the monarch beyond what’s generally known. Review

Overall, I had fun with the last of The Equalizer trilogy and it’s definitely my favorite of the three. Denzel is as charismatic as ever, there’s a quiet dignity to him whether he’s brandishing violence or benevolence. Review

Despite its flaws though, this one is still worth a watch just for Bassett alone, who manages to still rise above the lackluster material. Review

Peace By Chocolate is a heartwarming and enjoyable little movie and its positive message about tolerance and making peace with those different from us is timely and inspiring. Review

McElhone is a delight to watch, somehow able to balance the poignant and comedic elements seamlessly. Review

The MVP is definitely Janney, who’s absolutely badass as a no-nonsense mixture of Bear Grylls meets Jason Bourne with a dollop of Liam Neeson’s Bryan Mills. Review

There is plenty to admire here and it makes me ponder about our increasing reliance on technology at the expense of our own humanity. Barthes is definitely a skilled writer/director, so I’m curious to see what she’d tackle next. Review

It is lacking heart as well, the small attempts at empathy made at the end feel more manufactured than organic. As a franchise starter, this Gal Gadot action vehicle fails to ignite. Review

The jokes don’t always land but there are enough of them that work to make an enjoyable experience. Review

I sure hope to see this amongst Best Documentary Oscars come award season. This film is simply breathtaking!! Review

I enjoyed this one quite a bit and despite some predictable plotlines, it manages to throw a sweet surprise in the end that really tugs my heartstrings. Review

It looked promising initially and I quite like the pairing of Union and Keith Powers who’s decidedly much younger. The two have pretty good chemistry though the whole secret affair thing gets tiresome fast. Review

Under more capable hands though, The Miracle Club‘s redemptive story and excellent cast could’ve worked cinematic wonders. Review

It’s technically proficient all around with stunning production design and colorful costume design. Barbie works best when it operates as a deliriously fun fantasy comedy, but it’s not as shrewd nor profound as it imagines itself to be. Review

Oppenheimer sure is a challenging film in every sense of the word, a fiercely unconventional, genre-defying biopic fitting for an unconventional historical figure. Review

Lakota Nation vs. United States is deeply provocative in the right ways, an elegant and potent testament to the powerful strength and dignity of those who have survived and endured so much. Review

A not-so-great Mission Impossible movie is still better than most action movies out there. I do hope the narrative would be as phenomenal as the action in Part Two. Review

The beautiful production design, costumes, and set pieces should please any fan of period dramas. Review

I’m astonished that it takes no less than three writers to come up with this clichéd drivel. Review

I expected so much more but I’m still glad I saw it for Menzies, he’s such a phenomenal actor who should be in more prominent movies. Review