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NTIP Quick Dip: Jaws Review

Why is Jaws the first and most discussed block buster of all time? what steps lead to this classic being released and what is it about this movie that has captured so many people for so long. We will be breaking down that and more in this review of Jaws.

Black Swan Review: Masterpiece? Or Obvious Narrative?

Black Swan was released in 2010 and is Darren Aronofsy's 5th feature length film. Black Swan explores the subconscious and shadow self of Nina, played by Natalie Portman. The film is rife archetypes and metaphors that seem to be drawn straight from Psychologist Carl Jung's theories. Or the characters are so boring and the plot is laid out in such an obvious way that the narrative is stale. Aranofsky never fails to deliver a movie that causes controversy when discussed. And for all the dude bros out there that only saw this film because Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis kiss, maybe it's time that you took off your backward facing hat and listened to a nice review and analysis of the film.  

Cineventure: The Humans Review, a Happy Thanksgiving

The Humans is the directorial debut of Stephen Karam. The film is based on the Tony Award winning one act stage play of the same name that was also written by Stephen Karam. Despite this being Karam's first feature length film he captures the family drama in the most nuanced and authentic way possible. We peak in on a family during Thanksgiving dinner and the slow building set pieces lead to a dark and wonderful close out of the film that you just don't see very often. We loved this film but we recommend that you take some time and go and see it yourself. Happy Thanksgiving!

Mother! Review: A Bible Story

Darren Aronofsky certainly has a way of making films that are interesting to discuss. "Mother!" is an alienating, pretentious train wreck that is so obvious in it's story telling it is almost unwatchable... Or it is an anxiety inducing masterpiece filled with wonderful biblical allegories, masterful camera work and performances that build the story to an epic climax. Watch it and find out where you land on the spectrum. 

NTIP Quick Dip: Anonymous Animals

Anonymous Animals is written and directed by French film maker Baptiste Rouveure. Anonymous Animals is a film without dialog and has a run time just over an hour. Despite the short run time and lack dialog this film manages to beat you over the head with it's message. That being said it is an interesting film and worth watching if you want an exercise in understanding the language of film.

The Harder They Fall Review: Another Netflix Classic...You‘ll Forget it in Two Weeks

This Netflix original is directed by Jeyems Samuel and features a robust cast including Jonathan Majors and Idris Elba. This unique take on the western genre is a breath of fresh air in terms of featuring an African American cast in a primarily white saturated genre. While this film has it's short comings it is one of the better Netflix originals to be released lately.

NTIP Quick Dip: Evil Dead 1 & 2 Review

Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 are early films in director Sam Raimi's career. These colt classics will leave you feeling something...Whether you find then enjoyable, confusing or down right bad, they are still technically films so we reviewed them.

NTIP Quick Dip: The Fly Review (1986)

"The Fly" features Jeff Golblum and more practical effects than you can handle. Director Jeff Cronenberg tell a story of transformation, abuse and identity. This quick dip explores the wacky side of 80's horror.

Midsommar Part 3: Theories, Queries and Final Thoughts

This is the third and final part (for now) of our Midsommar review. We discuss theories, questions we have regarding the film, our final thoughts and what we personally take away from this film.

Midsommar Review Part 2: The Rune Discussion You Didn‘t Know You Needed

We continue our deep dive into Ari Asters Midsommar with a discussion covering runes and tapestries, but mostly runes. This was a fascinating episode to record and I hope you learn as much as we did.