“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.

A poor girl falls into the traps of a gang headed by a drug dealer, and turns into an addict. She eventually starts working as a prostitute, and meets a doctor who tries to save her from her ruined life.
It is not hard to make a musical biopic that pleases audiences and draws a profit. Michael is no exception.
In a post-Gamergate media landscape, it's ambitious to have a film confront the harsh reactions to women in gaming from a comedic lens.
So do I recommend that people see this movie, yes 100%, but do I think they are going to come out of it with 80 hot takes, yes 100%.
Sonic is a pretty generic buddy comedy with a light dusting of eccentricity.
Those saying it's a bad movie simply because it's bad as a slasher should be reminded that the likes of Jordan and Alexandra often don’t get their tales told, let alone in such major releases helmed by veteran actors like Bacon.
Coverage from the Austin Film Festival, highlighting some panels and films that emphasized the importance of diverse and inclusive storytelling.