biopic

YOUNG WOMAN AND THE SEA: Expert Swimmer In Shallow-End Biopic
YOUNG WOMAN AND THE SEA: Expert Swimmer In Shallow-End Biopic

“Young Woman and the Sea” proves it could be a serviceable movie but not strong enough to escape the routine assembly of the genre’s trappings.

GRAN TURISMO: A Decently-Built Racing Drama
GRAN TURISMO: A Decently Built Racing Drama

There’s a lot of hard work under the hood of Gran Turismo that narrowly crosses the finish line of a compelling racing film.

BLACKBERRY: A Farcical Biopic About The Modern Communication Boom
BLACKBERRY: A Farcical Biopic About The Modern Communication Boom

BlackBerry is not a film that takes a radical departure from the form, but its mixture of comedy and workplace drama makes it delectable viewing.

SPINNING GOLD: A Heartfelt And Powerful Biopic
SPINNING GOLD: A Heartfelt And Powerful Biopic

Everyone involved displays an appreciation to be on the screen telling this wacky, poignant, and compelling story, making this a total recommendation.

Venice Film Festival 2021: Toni Servillo on THE KING OF LAUGHTER
Venice Film Festival 2021: Toni Servillo on THE KING OF LAUGHTER

In The King of Laughter, Toni Servillo portrays iconic Italian actor and playwright Eduardo Scarpetta…

HIFF Report 1: SPENCER, NINJABABY, FACELESS, & BEING BEBE
TIFF 2021: SPENCER & THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE

In the latest report from TIFF 2021, Wilson Kwong reviews the unique biopics films Spencer and The Eyes of Tammy Faye.

The Beginner's Guide Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, Screenwriters
The Beginner’s Guide: Scott Alexander & Larry Karaszewski, Screenwriters

A summary of the films and screenwriting journey of Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, who gave the world Ed Wood and Man on the Moon.

THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY: A Decent Biopic, A Technical Mess
THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY: A Decent Biopic, A Technical Mess

The United States vs. Billie Holiday is multilayered and nuanced in its messaging, brought to life on the strong performance of Andra Day.

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THE JOURNEY IS THE DESTINATION: Uneven, Yet Inspiring Biopic

The Journey Is the Destination is vibrant, violent, and sad, but it celebrates Dan Eldon’s exceptional life well.

TIFF 2019: FORD V FERRARI: Car Racing Biopic Loses Momentum
TIFF 2019: FORD V FERRARI: Car Racing Biopic Loses Momentum

Come for the car races in Ford v Ferrari, and some fine performances by Matt Damon and Christian Bale, but don’t expect to take too much away from it.

From THE KING'S SPEECH to TOLKIEN: The Reductiveness Of The Paint-By-Numbers Biopic
From THE KING’S SPEECH to TOLKIEN: The Reductiveness Of The Paint-By-Numbers Biopic

We delve into biopics, specifically how the mundaneness of the stories of these real people actually do them a disservice.

THE WHITE CROW: This Is No Black Swan
THE WHITE CROW: This Is No Black Swan

The White Crow boasts an excellent lead performance from Oleg Ivenko, but the central character remains cold and distant throughout.

ROCKETMAN & The Rise Of The Music Biopic
ROCKETMAN & The Rise Of The Music Biopic

Between last year’s successful Bohemian Rhapsody and the upcoming Rocketman, music biopics seem to be all the current rage in Hollywood.

VICE: Brilliant Bale Gives Dick Some Heart
VICE: Brilliant Bale Gives Dick Some Heart

Adam McKay’s Vice is at its best when it mixes information with entertainment and leaves out all of the preaching.

Actor Profile: Sarah Paulson
Actor Profile: Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson fits the criteria of great actors. She has range and stamina, two incredibly important things to have in Hollywood.