Knives Out: Sharpest Writing of 2019?
Knives Out doesn’t just defy the whodunit narrative, it uses the weaknesses to its advantage. It’s well aware of the genre’s faults and tropes

Sam Dothro, an up-and-coming comedian in his mid-20s, is preparing for his very first comedy special when tragedy strikes. His best friend, Adam Beckman, passes away suddenly, and the grief causes Sam to lose what makes him funny. Now, on the eve of the big special show, Sam must reconcile with the memory of Adam to move forward and become funny once again.
Knives Out doesn’t just defy the whodunit narrative, it uses the weaknesses to its advantage. It’s well aware of the genre’s faults and tropes
'Midnight at the Paradise' premieres tomorrow at Toronto's Paradise Theatre! I had the pleasure to sit down with Vanessa Matsui to discuss the making of this film.
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The new Scooby Doo movie that will give viewers the frightening adventure of their lives.
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