In 'The Patient,' Patience Doesn't Really Pay Off
'The Patient' is bound by four walls and a mediocre ending that leaves you wanting more.

'The Patient' is bound by four walls and a mediocre ending that leaves you wanting more.
Even after a history changing event, the 93rd Oscars proved it always had the space for more inclusivity in its award ceremony. But it this enough to change the boycott?
‘Run Sweetheart Run’ has everything women fear the most, from psycho boyfriends to tampons.
Despite its glaring flaws, First Girl I Loved is not entirely undeserving of a watch. For people who can handle the more difficult aspects of the story and graphic scenes, it is worth looking into. It’s not a film worthy of rewatch, but it may still resonate somewhat with those who need a story like this. It is a genuine, if flimsy attempt at a coming-of-age tale. Were the film to be directed by someone with experiences more similar to Anne, it would likely be more powerful--as it is, it feels like a man’s perspective of what it means to come to terms with your identity as a lesbian.
“Reboot” can be crass and has much room to improve, but with investments of time and care, could flower out of the seed of a vision.
A brief look at two Barry Jenkins films that have established him as one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.