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Wicked
Director: Jon M. Chu
“Wicked” brings to life the untold tale of the witches from Oz, featuring the incredibly talented Cynthia Erivo, known for her award-winning performances in “Harriet” and Broadway’s “The Color Purple,” taking on the role of Elphaba--a young woman with distinctive green skin, often misunderstood, who is on a journey to discover her true potential.
The Outrun
Director: Nora Fingscheidt
Rona, fresh out of rehab, returns to the wild Orkney Islands after more than a decade away. As she reconnects with the dramatic landscape where she grew up, memories of her childhood merge with the more recent challenging events that have set her on the path to recovery.
We Live In Time
Director: John Crowley
Almut and Tobias are brought together in a surprise encounter that changes their lives. Through snapshots of their life together -- falling for each other, building a home, becoming a family -- a difficult truth is revealed that rocks its foundation. As they embark on a path challenged by the limits of time, they learn to cherish each moment of the unconventional route their love story has taken.
It’s What’s Inside
Director: Greg Jardin
A pre-wedding reunion descends into a psychological nightmare for a group of college friends when a surprise guest arrives with a mysterious suitcase.
The Wild Robot
Director: Christopher Sanders
The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot--ROZZUM unit 7134, "Roz" for short -- that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to adapt to the harsh surroundings, gradually building relationships with the animals on the island and becoming the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.
Joker: Folie à Deux
Director: Todd Phillips
"Joker: Folie à Deux" finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that's always been inside him.
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Inside Out 2: SELF-TALK
There's an aspect in the “Inside Out 2” movie that people don't talk about: SELF-TALK. In the film, characters like Anxiety and Joy influence Riley's sense of self. Joy initially ensures that only positive memories shape Riley's beliefs, convincing her that she’s a good person while negative memories are forgotten.
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Let’s Talk About The Honest Depiction of Trauma and Abuse in Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer”
"Baby Reindeer" on Netflix has never left my mind, even days after watching it. The movie is layered, and I'm here to discuss some of these layers. If you haven't watched the show, be warned that this post contains spoilers.
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Ranking Top 10 Best Picture Winners (2014-2024)
The Top 10 Best Picture winners list I've created is shaped by my own opinions and personal favorites. It's a subjective compilation, reflecting my tastes in cinema and what I believe to be the standout films among the Academy's selections for Best Picture.
UPCOMING MOVIES
A Quiet Place: Day One | Official Trailer
RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2024
A Family Affair | Official Trailer
RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2024
Deadpool & Wolverine | Official Trailer
RELEASE DATE: July 26, 2024
Despicable Me 4 | Official Trailer
RELEASE DATE: July 3, 2024
MaXXXine | Official Trailer
RELEASE DATE: July 5, 2024
Horizon: An American Saga | Official Trailer
RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2024
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I'm the person behind Movie Talk Central, your go-to spot for heartfelt and insightful movie reviews. My journey to becoming a film aficionado has roots that stretch back to the beautiful islands of the Philippines, where I was born and raised.
