'How Power Looks' — MiamisFF Review
Praising Black representation and condemning the power structures that suppress it, a mother delivers an impassioned speech to her distant son.

This is a love story about a way of life that dates back to 12th Century Polynesia. The film honors all surfers and shapers that have dedicated their lives to being joyful and respectful of the ocean and the natural world because there just was no other way. Theirs was, and still is, an attitude that is universal, that transcends politics and greed, and expresses the ALOHA in their hearts.
Praising Black representation and condemning the power structures that suppress it, a mother delivers an impassioned speech to her distant son.
Ultra-violent storytelling has never been my thing, but the issues with Scarface go beyond that. The film perpetuates harmful stereotypes about Latinx immigrants and uses gore and misogyny for shock value that never serves any purpose. The whole venture is frustratingly empty, and left me desiring something more.
Hoppers is a fun ride with a deep message underneath. In true Pixar fashion, Hoppers explores the complexity of emotions and learning to be still in a world that demands fast progress. Through the main character Mabel, we are reminded what it is like to let ourselves feel big emotions. But also how not to be controlled by them.
Spiral could easily spawn new sequels and will most likely churn a decent profit. Is it a good Saw film? Absolutely. Could it have been revolutionary though? Also yes.
A film that focuses on an algorithm for a dating app that will bring viewers in for a surprise.
In this high-flying mission, the pups gear up with jets to stop the Duke of Flappington and save Barkingburg.