Oppenheimer Review : A Horrifyingly Brilliant Character Study

By: Sheraz Farooqi
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Oppenheimer is a dense and horrifyingly brilliant character study, with Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey JR delivering career-defining performances. It’s experimental, gut-wrenching, and masterfully shot and scored. Christopher Nolan cements himself as an all-time great director. When it comes to the conversation of the best director in Hollywood, few directors rival the visionary storytelling prowess…

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Barbie Review : A Deconstructionist Love Letter

By: Sheraz Farooqi
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Barbie is a deconstruction and love letter to the icon, with great set pieces, choreography, and style. Greta Gerwig continues to show why she’s one of the best directors working today, while Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling shine as always.  2023’s Barbie could have been many things. The character has existed in countless ways and is perceived…

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Is Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning the Best MI film? | The Farooqi Bros Podcast

By: The Farooqi Bros
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The Farooqi Bros are back to discuss the latest topics of the week. We discuss the following: -Why the Hollywood strike mattersOn July 14, 2023, the American actors’ union SAG–AFTRA went on strike-How does #MissionImpossible compare to the rest?-Classic Wolverine costume for Deadpool 3-Superman Legacy Casting updates

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2023 Mid-Year Film Ranking

By: Zayyan Farooqi
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Below is my current mid-year ranking of all the new 2023 releases I’ve seen so far, with some quick thoughts on each film. As of right now, these are my current ratings and ranking for each but they are subject to change by the end of the year when heavy hitters such as Oppenheimer, Dune:…

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The Flash Review – Shades of Greatness But Uneven

By: Sheraz Farooqi
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The Flash is entertaining and exciting, with Ezra Miller and Sasha Calle shining brightest in the film, but the final product is more of a mixed bag of plot threads and unpolished endings. The Flash, starring Ezra Miller and directed by Andy Muschietti has a long list of things it wanted to accomplish. It is…

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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse – An Animated Masterpiece

By: Sheraz Farooqi
Marvel

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse can be described with one word⁠—masterpiece. From the first beautifully animated frame, it’s a masterclass on believable characters and worlds. The gap between this and other superhero films is wide. Written by the talented duo of Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, this sharply written and visually stunning Spider-Verse once again solidifies its…

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Are Disney Remakes Worth it? | The Farooqi Bros Podcast

By: The Farooqi Bros
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Welcome to Cinema Debate’ Farooqi Bros Podcast stream. Every Sunday, join The Farooqi Bros as they discuss the biggest topics of the week, fun behind the scenes insights, and more. Today’s topics: -Is The Little Mermaid the Best Disney Remake yet? -The Flash Box Office Predictions -Across The Spider-Verse First Reactions

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The Panic in Needle Park (1971) – Addiction’s Inescapable Cycle

By: Zayyan Farooqi
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The Panic In Needle Park was an innovative film that features a powerful performance from early Al Pacino during his prime “Godfather” era. Young Al Pacino and his older self almost feel like two vastly different actors, each with a unique, evolving style, so it’s always nice to see more of his younger work that…

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Full Metal Jacket (1987) – Reflecting War’s Reality

By: Zayyan Farooqi
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Full Metal Jacket is an absolutely incredible film, helmed by the legendary Stanley Kubrick. Kubrick is known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to create thought-provoking narratives and this film followed suit. But this felt even more unique in the sense that it feels almost like two distinct movies in one, each…

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Beau is Afraid’s Divisive Storytelling | The Farooqi Bros Podcast

By: The Farooqi Bros
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Welcome to Cinema Debate’s The Farooqi Bros Podcast. Every Sunday, join The Farooqi Bros as they discuss the biggest topics of the week, fun behind the scenes insights, and more. Today’s topics: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Non-Spoiler Review. Sheraz Farooqi calls it an emotional send-off for the core cast. The Farooqi Bros review…

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 – Review : An Earnest and Heartfelt Conclusion

By: Sheraz Farooqi
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is heartfelt, emotionally charged, and earnest, something recent MCU films lack. James Gunn’s writing can be hit-or-miss at times but Vol.3 delivers an emotionally high-stakes story that keeps you invested and entertained throughout.  Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 feels ripped out of an older phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.…

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Her (2013) – Dystopian Love

By: Zayyan Farooqi
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Her (2013), directed by the inventive Spike Jonze, is a deeply engaging movie that manages to captivate you with its vividly stunning cinematography. What strikes you about this film right from the start is the way it’s remarkably shot. Visually, it’s a breathtaking delight with every scene meticulously framed, creating a mesmerizing display of colors…

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Beau is Afraid Review – An Anxiety-Ridden Nightmare

By: Sheraz Farooqi
Film Reviews

Beau is Afraid is haunting, downright painful to watch, and will have you questioning your sanity. Despite that, the film is epic in scope, masterfully directed by Ari Aster and impossible to look away from. The film, written and directed by Ari Aster, centers around Beau Wasserman, the son of a wealthy businesswoman who raised him…

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