Movie reviews of Dan Santos

As a whole, and because its atmospheric elements appear to overcompensate for a thin, underdeveloped plot, we are left wanting more. Review

Affirms Baumbach as a vivid, even vital, voice in contemporary cinema... Review

Strong across most of its individual elements, especially its central performance. Review

A highly accomplished feat – a film in almost complete control of its craft. Review

The film works equally effectively as both a critique of modern alienation and an engrossing, and often hysterical, thriller. Review

Covers some familiar thematic territory, but does so with an emotional intelligence and accomplished performances... Review

An entertaining and moving critique of corporate culture, greed and environmental neglect. Review

Expertly directed and acted, relying on its remarkably talented cast to powerfully convey realities which persist to this day. Review

An indulgent visual feast and an absorbingly tense erotic thriller... Review

Represents an ambitious and laudably intimate approach to exploring the inner lives of public figures at pivotal historical moments. Review

For some, the film may be too small and restrained, but arguably this only renders its portrayal that much more affecting and authentic. Review

Skillfully composed and highly entertaining, but falls short of carving out a compelling new direction for the series. Review

Quietly absorbing and richly realised, and ultimately refreshing in its portrayal of this period in history. Review

A sobering and poignant portrayal of youth on the cusp of adulthood... Review

Its apparent desire to both edify and entertain seem to, in the end, work against each other, rendering the film solid but unexceptional. Review

Unfolds at its own measured pace, one that matches its cold yet tranquil setting... Review

Rests on the strength and charisma of its performers, even if the atmosphere and mood that builds throughout is not effectively modulated to match them. Review

A solid exploration of the difficulties of migration. Review

Contains thoroughly enjoyable scenes and is often infectious in its diverting humour, even if these elements do not entirely add up to an impactful whole. Review

A highly entertaining and accomplished film. Review

A highly rewarding viewing experience. Review

Succeeds in delineating new territory whilst remaining respectful of its roots. Review

Testament to how an uncompromising vision can transcend genre and formula to create something refreshing and unique. Review

Villeneuve’s most visceral, emotionally moving work, and this grounds its more abstract themes. Review