“Michael” and the Tension of Lacking Tension
It is not hard to make a musical biopic that pleases audiences and draws a profit. Michael is no exception.

Forgive Me, Father intertwines the stories of two places, connected by a protagonist carrying the weight of their own queerness and guilt. In the confined spaces of a school bathroom and a club toilet, they confront memories of a first love and the intrigue of a stranger. Each place exists because of the other, a nightmare and a hopeful dream, leaving the audience to question what is real.
It is not hard to make a musical biopic that pleases audiences and draws a profit. Michael is no exception.
Ever heard of the bad boy type? The type of man who's sexy yet broody, or the type of man who’s dangerous but has a sensitive side? It’s a well-known stereotype that women are attracted to villains. The question is: why are we?
This powerful story shines with poetic animation, an exploration of deeper truths, and the protagonist's complex search for identity.
'Reservation Dogs' is stacked with an array of Native American performers and crew telling their own story.
‘Better Than Chocolate’ isn’t perfect, but it sure has charm! The characters are great. Some took longer to grow on me than others, but ultimately they’re all compelling! I appreciate how a select few help those around them to grow.