The 95th Academy Awards – Stanko’s Version (Version 21.0)
We are entering the point now where I binge a ton of 2022 movies to try and catchup for the awards season. ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE My Nominations MY […]
Stanko Check-In On The 95th Academy Awards 2.0
This is strictly an exercise in accountability to see how I have been getting on in seeing the nominations or not. There is still time till March 22, but a […]
Summation Of Stanko’s Thoughts On The Five Animated Short Films Nominated For The 95th Academy Awards
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox And The Horse There is more emotional, thought provoking dialogue in The Boy, The Mole, The Fox And The Horse (2022) than in some […]
Male Relationships Are Very Fickle | “The Banshees Of Inisherin” Reflection
“Two lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them.” Director: Martin McDonaghWriter: Martin McDonaghStaring: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, […]
“Sick” Hit A Second Half Adjustment That Really Works
“Due to the pandemic, Parker and her best friend decide to quarantine at the family lake house alone – or so they think.” Director: John HyamsWriters: Kevin Williamson, Katelyn CrabbStaring: […]
“Together” Doesn’t Have All Its Ducks In A Row
“A husband and wife are forced to re-evaluate themselves and their relationship through the reality of the COVID-19 lockdown.” Directors: Stephen Daldy, Justin MartinWriter: Dennis KellyStaring: James McAvoy, Sharon Horgan, […]
Stanko Check-In On The 95th Academy Awards.
This is strictly an exercise in accountability to see how I have been getting on in seeing the nominations or not. There is still time till March 22, but a […]
“Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” Is A Unfamiliar A24 Misstep
“When a group of rich 20-somethings plan a hurricane party at a remote family mansion, a party game turns deadly in this fresh and funny look at backstabbing, fake friends, […]
It Just Isn’t My Type Of Movie. I Am Sorry “Everything Everywhere All At Once”
“A middle-aged Chinese immigrant is swept up into an insane adventure in which she alone can save existence by exploring other universes and connecting with the lives she could have […]
A Delightful Surprise. “Troll” Is Confident In Its Nostalgic Action Approach
“Deep in the Dovre mountain, something gigantic wakes up after a thousand years in captivity. The creature destroys everything in its path and quickly approaches Oslo.” Director: Roar UthaugWriters: Espen […]
The 95th Academy Awards – Stanko’s Version (Version 20.0)
We are entering the point now where I binge a ton of 2022 movies to try and catchup for the awards season. ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE My Nominations MY […]
“The Pale Blue Eye” Has The Vibe, But Not The Execution
“At West Point Academy in 1830, the calm of an October evening is shattered by the discovery of a young cadet’s body swinging from a rope just off the parade […]
“Pinocchio” Is Less Valuable Than A Pile Of Rotten Wood
“A puppet is brought to life by a fairy, who assigns him to lead a virtuous life in order to become a real boy.” Director: Robert ZemeckisWriters: Robert Zemeckis, Chris […]
“Violent Night” Is Stupid, But A Stupid Good Time
“When a group of mercenaries attack the estate of a wealthy family, Santa Claus must step in to save the day (and Christmas).” Director: Tommy WirkolaWriters: Pat Casey, Josh MillerStaring: […]
The 95th Academy Awards – Stanko’s Version (Version 19.0)
We are entering the point now where I binge a ton of 2022 movies to try and catchup for the awards season. ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE My Nominations MY […]
Ranking The Seasons Of “The Wire”
When Emma and I first started dating, the first show that she said we needed to watch was Avatar: The Last Airbender. I enjoyed that, so when she said The […]
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