Roland Emmerich's Midway is a sprawling epic of a war film that highlights this decisive battle in the Pacific. Fast-paced, thrilling, and illuminating, "Midway" is everything Pearl Harbor tried to be and missed. Take a listen to hear why we loved it.
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From Charlie Chaplin's The Great Dictator to Mel Brooks' The Producers, we have been fed a parade of the absurd when it comes to Nazis and their ideals. Now Taika Waititi can add his name to the list of directors who take a swipe at Germany's greatest shame. In Jojo Rabbit we experience the waning days of World War 2 through the eyes of a dedicated Hilter-fan, 10-year-old Jojo. A staunch believer in das Führer to the point of imagining Hitler as his imaginary friend, Jojo aims to be the best little Nazi that he can be.
But his image of the world begins to change when he discovers a Jewish girl hiding in his house. Confronted with a reality that doesn't match the propaganda, Jojo grapples with what to believe in. Hilarious to the point it's not, Jojo Rabbit is a dark satire that is a must-see this fall.
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The Scottsdale International Film Festival is one of our favorite local festivals here in the Valley. This year, the festival continues to grow with screenings at three locations, Opening the festival is the anticipated Marriage Story. With 10 days of films from all over the globe we're excited to see what's in store. Kaely and Tuesday caught up with the festivals executive director, Amy Ettinger to hear what the 2019 season has in store.
Take a listen to our interview here:
The festival runs November 1-10. Tickets are selling fast! Buy early for pre-festival discounts and packages: ScottsdaleFilmFestival.com.
Darkly humorous with a biting edge, Bong Joon Ho's 'Parasite' is a masterpiece of storytelling. Greed, classicism, and horror are wrapped in a hysterical package that will leave you in stitches. Fans of Bong's work won't be disappointed. Make sure you don't miss this movie!
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The City of Mesa is getting its first film festival. And as a native who grew up in the largest Phoenix suburb, I have to say...it’s about time!!
The man behind it is Indian Antao. He also started the Mesa Music Festival. Hailing from New Jersey, he fell in love with Arizona after visiting during the Super Bowl in 2015. I caught up with him at the lounge in the Delta Hotel in downtown Mesa to find out how the inaugural Mesa International Film Festival came to be. Festival runs now through October 20th. 
Joaquin Phoenix delivers a demanding performance in Joker that you can't take your eyes off of. But a solid performance doesn't hold this film up. We have mixed feelings on this one. Take a listen to hear why.
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Renée Zellweger delivers a truly spectacular performance in Judy. The story is tragic, the music heart-rending. There are no warm fuzzies in this film. Hear why this film is one to watch.
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Nearly four years after the final episode of Downton Abbey aired, we return to the home of the Crawley's. Fans of the show will be delighted to know that the creator Julian Fellowes helmed the movie. It fits seamlessly into the Downton narrative.
For the film, the Crawley's are faced with what the future of Downtown will look alike. Add to that a surprise visit by the king and queen. The old world clashes with the modern in an elegant and engaging story that is well worth watching.
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Pennywise (Bill Skarsgård) is back in the second half of Stephen King's It. 27 years later and the Loser's Club is back in Derry, Maine on a mission to end Pennywise forever. Special guest: Amanda Luberto!
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Adapted from the bestseller, Where'd You Go, Bernadette? the film meanders along without earning the emotional payout. The film's saving grace is Cate Blanchett, but the plot loses its impact when compressed into two hours.
Take a listen to hear why we're ho-hum on this book-to-film adaptation.
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