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‘West Side Story’ Review: The Perfect Reintroduction of a Classic Musical

March 25, 2022March 27, 2022by Jaime RebanalLeave a Comment

Some would ask what is the need for a new West Side Story, but Steven Spielberg does far more than provide the answer any skeptic would need.

Elton John's biopic isn't so much of a biopic, but a beautiful rock fantasy.

Guru Dutt's tale of achieving success in post-independence India is a haunting piece of Bollywood cinema.

April 13, 2019June 3, 2019by Jaime RebanalLeave a Comment

John Cameron Mitchell brings a punk rock musical he and Stephen Trask co-created to the screen without losing any of the glamour.

Emily Blunt brings a new sort of charm to Julie Andrews's beloved role, but the film does not seem to have much else to carry.

July 28, 2017May 6, 2018by Jaime RebanalLeave a Comment

Lives under a disguise, only to reveal itself to something far greater. (✯✯✯✯✯)

March 22, 2017March 26, 2017by Jaime RebanalLeave a Comment

Feels conflicted in itself in whether it wants to be a new take on the story or just a mere recreation of its source. (✯✯✯)

Plays much like an opera on the big screen in all its vibrance. (✯✯✯✯✯)

Has interesting ideas made frustrating by elements that add so little. (✯✯✯)

January 12, 2017July 18, 2017by Jaime RebanalLeave a Comment

Pays its due respects to its influences, if not really going beyond its dreams. (✯✯✯✯)