2005 remake of Pride & Prejudice is a brutally honest version of the famous Jane Austen novel made lively by Keira Knightly’s performance
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Can a mainstream film successfully change the cultural conversation around consent and systemic patriarchy? ⚖️ Examining the courtroom drama and powerhouse performances in the Bollywood film Pink. Read the full review!
Can a classic colonial adventure like Tarzan successfully update its politics for the 21st century? Ape-swinging, historical framing with King Leopold’s Congo, and solid performances make for an interesting watch, but does it rise above a standard action romp? Read the full review!
Is Disney’s Frozen actually worth the record-breaking hype? ❄️ While the Nordic aesthetics and Olaf’s witty lines are high points, the shift from traditional prince-saving tropes to princess-saving-princess feels a bit overstated. Read the full review!