Movie reviews of Ruth Maramis

I was swept up in the beguiling world of La Chimera. The quirky characters, the raw beauty of Southern Tuscany, and most of all, the nature of grief itself which is both haunting and thought-provoking. Review

While I think The Maltese Falcon is solid, it didn’t blow me away. Review

Jokes aside, it’s a refreshingly frank celebration of female friendships navigating through life’s big changes. Review

There are so many music biopics out there, but this one is an entertaining one that transports you to the 80s and offers a potent cautionary tale about the tempting nature of fame. Review

This type of story could have easily been a corny and irritating film, but Wang’s earnest direction and wit make Didi a touching and insightful coming-of-age story. Review

The movie lacks the edge-of-your-seat thrills and pulsating intrigue needed to leave a lasting impression. Review

I’m glad I saw this one and I highly recommend anyone who’s only seen Gladstone in Flower Moon or those looking for a nuanced and multi-layered story about Native American women’s lives on the reservation. Review

It’s a typical quirky, visually arresting but unmoving work by Wes, so I feel like it doesn’t deserve the Oscar win. Review

The women in the film, particularly Glenn Close and Amy Adams, are the standouts here, while Gabriel Basso is quite convincing as Vance. Review

I quite like Danielle Macdonald, the talented Australian actress I first saw in Lady Bird and Falling For Figaro. Review

Seeing Kong and Godzilla working together is a hoot, though I barely remember much of the story even days later, ha! Review

In all, there is nothing remotely fabulous about this movie, even the song and dance finale feels like a copycat of Mamma Mia which handles longtime-female friendships in a much more heartfelt and hilarious way. Review

Dandelion is a more raw and edgy character study, thanks to Riegel’s affecting screenplay and Layne’s layered performance. Review

Amidst the bombastic action, silly breaking-fourth-wall sequences, and bonkers violence, the main theme here is friendship, so there is a heart in there somewhere beneath the mangled rubble. Review

Despite the rather vain-sounding title, I Am is more than a puffed-up, feel-good documentary that idolizes its subject. Review

It’s the luminous Bennett who carries the film and brings Widow Clicquot’s story to life. One doesn’t have to be a wine connoisseur or even like the taste of champagne to appreciate this story of a wine pioneer, so let me raise a glass to this exquisite gem of a movie. Review

There’s a bit of a queasy feeling that Twisters might hit too close to home, but in the end, this disaster adventure flick is definitely more escapist entertainment. Review

This movie excels on a technical level, with stunning cinematography by Oscar Faura and a rousing score by Amelia Warner. The storytelling style isn’t groundbreaking but it’s an elegantly-made sports drama. Review

I read a bunch of reviews criticizing the plastic looks of Kidman and Efron, but you know what, it’s the least of the movie’s problems. The saggy and wrinkly script is the one in desperate need of a facelift. Review

I find Fly Me To The Moon to be the fun pleasant surprise of the summer so far! I had fun with this one despite the rather long running time. Review

It’s a fun action flick that’s perfect for streaming. It’s light and fun with an undemanding plot that mostly coasts on the nostalgia factor. Review

It’s an interesting story well-told, not the most thrilling ride, but it’s still well worth the journey. Review

It’s embarrassingly bad and a total waste of the talented cast. Review

The visuals are stunning, and the story has more depth and emotional resonance than I expected. Review