Movie reviews of Ruth Maramis

Snow White is passable entertainment; it seems to cater more to kids but it’s tolerable for adults. It doesn’t make me grumpy while watching it but it won’t inspire me to sing a happy tune about it either. Review

Oh My Goodness is unapologetically goofy and absurd, yet it’s also hilarious and endearing with a touch of redemption in the end. The beautiful scenery of the French countryside definitely makes this a fun form of escapism. Review

The cinematography is gorgeous, shot by Soderbergh himself, and I enjoy David Holmes’ wonderfully moody, retro-sounding score. The performances are believable and the storyline, set in the course of an eventful week, has just the right amount of twists without getting too convoluted. Review

When it comes to blending dark humor, social commentary, and sci-fi, Bong Joon-ho usually nails it. However, this time around, he doesn’t quite hit the mark. Review

It’s truly a captivating journey of stunning visual storytelling that makes this one a timeless classic. Review

It’s an excellent documentary about five international women who participate in La Maestra, the only competition in the world for female orchestra conductors. Review

This is quintessential arthouse cinema where the slow, deliberate pace might not appeal to everyone. I find the subtlety quite captivating, though I wish the story had connected more deeply. Review

On Becoming A Guinea Fowl delivers a sharp critique in a tight 99 minutes, loaded with thought-provoking ideas. It’s excellent on a technical level, with evocative cinematography by David Gallego and an appropriately unsettling score by Lucrecia Dalt. Review

This was an intense survival story and an amazing race against time that really showcases the strength of the human spirit. Review

The script drags on, and the direction plays it too safe; it lacks the edge that the story really needs. Review

Mara believably conveys her struggles when she can’t be with Rex, especially as she is dealing with PTSD. Review

Yes, it’s predictable, even for those who haven’t seen the documentary. But Kagti’s vibrant direction makes this such a joy to watch, an immersive experience from start to finish. Review

’s a compelling film that deftly blends absurd humor with genuinely poignant moments. Madison’s star-making turn deserves all the accolades she’s received so far. Review

Watching the two leads bounce off each other is quite entertaining but the mystery and horror bits are pretty clunky. Review

Paddington in Peru is still a wonderfully enjoyable family movie. While the most charming cinematic bear gets a bit off course in the wieldy jungle adventure, he still packs a lot of charm. Review

With a lackluster villain, blah visuals, and an anticlimactic ending, overall this is an underwhelming movie. Review

As much as I’m glad that Quan finally got his name listed first on the call sheet, it’s a bummer that the movie wastes his potential. Review

The movie itself is nothing special and the father-daughter story isn’t very compelling. Review

This Irish Western by Robert Lorenz is one of the better Liam Neeson action thrillers; it’s certainly better than their previous collaboration, The Marksman. Review

The only watchable thing about this loud and uninspiring drivel is the two leads. Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz are fun together, but they sure deserve a much, much better script! Review

The impersonations were hilarious and spot-on, making me both laugh and cry at the same time. Review

A surprisingly emotionally charged coming-of-age film from Canadian writer/director Megan Park. So impressed by Maisy Stella in her feature film debut, while Aubrey Plaza is her usual quirky self. Review

Rich Peppiatt’s approach is pretty imaginative and energetic, using unconventional camera techniques and animation to tell the story. Review

This one is a blast from beginning to end! So much fun, super entertaining, packed with laughs and clever jokes... Review