Movie reviews of Ruth Maramis

This film is engaging, poignant, hilarious, and unexpectedly layered with genuine, well-earned empathy. Review

I don’t quite connect with the characters, which renders the experience emotionally underwhelming. While it’s impeccably crafted and acted, the overstuffed narrative leaves me wanting more. Review

Ruizpalacios’s vibrant direction combined with spot-on performances is a stunning display of filmmaking that left me speechless. Review

I didn’t go into a Venom movie expecting a tightly woven plot, I wanted to see a silly good fun movie and it delivers on that front. Review

I enjoy the goofy banter between Dorothy and her two newfound friends the Scarecrow and Tin Man, but I think I enjoy reading the trivia about the making of the movie more, ahah. Let’s just say I’m glad I finally watched this iconic movie, but I don’t think I’d want to see it again. Review

Cady Voge, a freelance journalist who has reported on immigration throughout the Americas, directed this stirring first feature documentary, showcasing the power of resilience and compassion. Review

Iranian actress Farahani is effortlessly mesmerizing as she tries to navigate the local rules and customs while dealing with quirky new patients. Review

Unstoppable might not reinvent the wheel when it comes to biopics, but it definitely hits on some well-trodden themes that feel genuine, even if it feels emotionally manipulative at times. Review

Despite my quibbles, Magpie is a watchable and thought-provoking thriller that makes for a juicy conversation after you watch it. Review

This film is the kind of uplifting and inspiring film guaranteed to have you both in tears and cheering at the same time. Review

It’s illuminating and heartfelt but also entertaining thanks to his golden voice and timeless songs that will be remembered long after he’s gone. Review

A Little Family Drama is family-friendly, mixing together all the family-related themes to explore trust, tradition, empathy, and acceptance. Review

The film looks regal and expensive, with top-notch production design, costumes, sound design, and score. I was in awe by its stunning cinematography by Stephane Fontaine... Review

I had a lot of fun with Saturday Night. It’s a wild, roller-coaster ride from start to finish, though the frenetic pace can be a bit tough to follow, especially for someone who’s not terribly familiar with the inner workings of the show. Review

Pugh and Garfield are the special sauce that somehow made the film a somewhat delectable concoction, despite the vanilla story all scrambled together. Review

The Outrun is one of this year’s hidden gems and a lyrical story of redemption. It’s a beautiful film inside and out, as it tells a deeply personal and moving tale that showcases the resilience of the human spirit. Review

Despite the somber themes, however, Super/Man manages to be an uplifting film. Review

The documentary is engaging throughout even for someone who never watched the Disney Channel or Nickelodeon, and the interviews were well-staged. Review

Philippe Lacôte uses practically every noir trope in his storytelling, relying on voice-over narration that feels more clichéd as the movie progresses. At least the Greek scenery makes it a pretty worthwhile watch. Review

Clooney and Pitt didn’t exactly stretch their acting muscles, pretty much just coasting on their charm. Review

While I find myself shaking my head, chuckling, rolling my eyes while watching this, I can’t get it out of my head and I find myself thinking about it afterward. Review

Casting aside, I think the weakest link here is the script, credited to Liz Hannah, John Collee, and Marion Hume. It’s undoubtedly a challenge to fit all of Lee’s incredible life into just a 2-hour movie, but a solid script should still be able to provide a pretty comprehensive look at her journey. Review

A Different Man is a peculiar, at times hilarious film that pushes back against society’s standards of beauty. Part dark-comedy, sci-fi, body horror, even romance, it’s a movie that won’t fit neatly into any one genre. Review

The Critic is mildly enjoyable but it leaves me wanting. Review