NiuNiu - Film Fest Review
The film is a powerful narrative encompassing a theme that many people can identify with.

2008 release
The film is a powerful narrative encompassing a theme that many people can identify with.
Emma Stone (Estella and Cruella) and Emma Thompson (the Baroness) did not come to play around in Cruella. They embodied the perfect balance of sinister and sincere. Estella went through a great hero's journey, and what a journey it was!
At first glance, Black as Night is a strange title choice for a film about vampirism in post-Katrina New Orleans. However, the title alludes to the world's anti-black and colorist messages.
Friendships are tested when two girls have a crush on the popular boy at school.
The Lighthouse is patient and hypnotic, pulling us in with its mysterious atmosphere and characters. The film’s slow pace proves to be monumentally effective, showcasing the tedious nature that comes with isolation and poor two-way communication.
With a quirky outline, Project Hail Mary stays within the bounds of human language and imperial fantasy.