An incredibly innovative film, with jaw-dropping visuals, powerful performances, an impeccable score, and complex themes, Dune Part II is the closest a blockbuster has been to perfection since The Lord of the Rings. Denis Villeneuve is at the top of his directing powers with Dune. Considered one of the most unadaptable science fiction novels of all time, Villeneuve feels…
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What was the Best Film of 2023? | The Farooqi Bros Podcast
For our final podcast of the year, Cinema Debate discusses the best film of 2023. Join The Farooqi Bros as they rank their Top Ten lists of the year. From the unparalleled cultural phenomenon of ‘Barbenheimer’ to a monumental 3.5-hour Scorsese masterpiece and sensational works of animation, the 2023 cinematic landscape showcased many unique and…
Read MoreTIFF 2023 – Top 5 Films
My ranking of the top 5 films at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival Honorable Mention: The Zone of Interest The Zone of Interest provided another interesting viewpoint of this time in history that isn’t typically shown; how these people are just living and going about their daily lives all the while horrific injustices take…
Read MoreAquaman and the Lost Kingdom Review – An Unfocused Shell of Itself
Unfocused, messy, and with no cohesive vision, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is a microcosm of the DCEU as a whole. When Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom was first announced, it had a ton of steam. Coming off of a billion-dollar hit, with talented director James Wan and superstar Jason Momoa leading the way, the sequel had all the…
Read MoreRebel Moon Review : Familiar But Fresh
Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire is a solid sci-fi fantasy film, packed with the director’s trademark style and action sequences. While very familiar in its homages to other films, it’s fresh enough to keep audiences engaged for the universe to come. Rebel Moon has all the bells and whistles that are expected from…
Read MoreOur Film Ballot for the 29th annual Critics Choice Awards
The Critics Choice Association unveiled their nominations for the 29th annual Critics Choice Awards. You can find the final nominations here: As Cinema Debate’s lead film critic, I am also part of the Critics Choice Association and submit my the ballot for this year’s nominees. 29th ANNUAL CRITICS CHOICE AWARDS BEST PICTURE BEST ACTOR – name…
Read MoreThe Boy and The Heron Review – A Reverie of Life
How does one conclude a legacy so timeless and beautiful? As a master in the art of animation and storytelling, Hayao Miyazaki, among few names, shines bright in the realm of cinematic brilliance. Nearly a decade after leaving audiences in awe of his iconic work, with The Wind Rises, Miyazaki makes his triumphant return to the…
Read MoreNYFF and TIFF Film Festival Rankings | The Farooqi Bros Podcast
For our November podcast, The Farooqi Bros are discussing all things film festival. Today, we are discussing: -The Boy and the Heron, Ferrari, American Fiction, Anatomy of a Fall, Zone of Interest, Promised Land, Dream Scenario, Past Lives, Poor Things, May December, Maestro and Hit Man.
Read MoreOppenheimer Review : A Horrifyingly Brilliant Character Study
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…
Read MoreBarbie Review : A Deconstructionist Love Letter
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…
Read More2023 Mid-Year Film Ranking
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:…
Read MoreThe Flash Review – Shades of Greatness But Broken
The Flash is entertaining, 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 the first…
Read MoreThe Panic in Needle Park (1971) – Addiction’s Inescapable Cycle
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…
Read MoreFull Metal Jacket (1987) – Reflecting War’s Reality
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…
Read MoreBeau is Afraid’s Divisive Storytelling | The Farooqi Bros Podcast
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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