McCabe & Mrs. Miller

McCabe & Mrs. Miller; A film exceptional for its elements but not so great as the sum of its parts. Camera work, inspired musical choices, realism of set design and wintry locale can’t overcome a cast of characters not worth caring for or about; B

Away From Her

Away From Her; An intimate portrait of a couple’s reckoning w/dementia. Assured storytelling focuses on relationships more than the disease, built by delicate, nuanced performances. Casts a bright light on the fog that clouds a lifetime of memories & its harsh implications; A-

Don't Look Now

Don’t Look Now; Creepy film w/clever editing & Venice location shooting creating an air of despair & trepidation. Acting leads play their relationship well, as they live, love & suffer through exploits tragic & mysterious. A thriller that uses film techniques to great effect; B+