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“Novocaine” Enjoys Both Pleasure and Brutal Numb-Sucking Pain!

March 14, 2025January 4, 2025 Trav ... Your Movie Critic

“Novocaine” Plot: When Sherry (Amber Midthunder), the girl of his dreams, is kidnapped, a man incapable of feeling physical pain (Jack Quiad) turns his rare condition into an unexpected advantage in the fight to rescue her! Report Card Grade & Review It’s Novocaine …and he’s not Frickin’ Dead!!! Actor & genius (in my book) Jack Quaid portrayed the intriguing character of Nathan “Novocaine” Caine, who possesses a unique medical condition that makes him incapable of feeling pain. If such a condition existed in real life, it would transform…

“The Black Bag” Shows Whose Conning Whom

March 14, 2025January 30, 2025 Trav ... Your Movie Critic

“The Black Bag” Plot: When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse (Cate Blanchett) is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband (Michael Fassbender) – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country! Report Card Grade & Review What Is …”The Black Bag?” The concept of a “black bag” has always been shrouded in mystery, leaving me pondering its true meaning. Is it merely a metaphorical representation filled with lies, deceit, and hidden agendas? The phrase “What do you have…

“Opus” Leaves You with NO Notice …and Lesser Focus!

March 14, 2025March 12, 2025 Trav ... Your Movie Critic

“Opus” Plot: A writer, Ariel Ecton (Ayo Edebiri) travels to the compound of a pop icon, Alfred Moretti (John Malkovich) who disappeared years ago. Surrounded by his cult of sycophants, as well as a group of fellow journalists, she son discovers his twisted plans for the gathering! Report Card Grade & Review What Was Alfred Moretti’s Biggest Opus? First, it’s important to clarify the term “opus” as it applies to film. Traditionally, “opus” refers to any artistic work, especially in the context of music. This sets the…

“Mickey 17” Represents a Significant & Crazy Frozen Setback!

March 7, 2025January 4, 2025 Trav ... Your Movie Critic

“Mickey 17″ Plot: Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson), known as an “expendable,” goes on a dangerous journey to colonize an ice planet. Report Card Grade & Review Mickey 17 Dead Forever I’m struggling to grasp the overall concept of this movie, which I can only describe as a train wreck. Beyond its interesting visual style, the film’s development and the performances by Robert Pattinson leave me confused. It’s astonishing to think that this movie attracted millions of viewers in America and managed to debut at the top of…

“The Unbreakable Boy” Can Be Both Astonishing and Awe-Inspiring Simultaneously

February 21, 2025January 4, 2025 Trav ... Your Movie Critic

“The Unbreakable Boy” Plot: A young boy named Austin (Jacob Laval) has a rare brittle bone disease and autism. But what makes him truly unique is his joyous, funny, life-affirming worldview that transforms and unites everyone around him. Report Card Grade & Review Austin: The Shrewd & Unbreakable Boy I want to take a moment to discuss the remarkable story of Austin. He was not just an autistic child; he embodied resilience, cheerfulness, and an extraordinary spirit that left a lasting impact on everyone around him. It…

“The Monkey” Doesn’t Bring Massive Family Bliss …its Hit or Miss!

February 21, 2025January 4, 2025 Trav ... Your Movie Critic

“The Monkey” Plot: When twin brothers Bill and Hal (both played by Theo James) find their father’s old monkey toy in the attic, a series of gruesome deaths starts. The siblings throw the toy away and move on, growing apart over the years. Report Card Grade & Review The Monkey: Friend or Deadly Protector? What I found hilarious about the film was its beginning. A man walks into a pawn shop with an object, setting a specific tone right from the outset. However, the film fails to reveal…