book-review

  • The Martian (2015) Dir. Ridley Scott: A Love Letter to Mars

    The content reflects on the fears and challenges of space travel, particularly through the lens of the film “The Martian.” It explores Mark Watney’s struggle for survival on Mars, emphasizing themes of perseverance, innovation, and loyalty. The narrative illustrates the emotional depth and stunning visuals, highlighting the human spirit’s resilience in the face of desperation.

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  • A peak into the world of the St. Nicholas school brought me into a whirlwind. When I realized this was filmed in the Bronx, it was the reddish brown bricked buildings that surrounded Sister Aloysius (Meryl Streep) and Mrs. Miller (Viola Davis). There was a nostalgia that tethered my mind into that scene. I felt…

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  • Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind (2004) Dir. Michel Gondry

    Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless mind (2004) is a genuine mixture of romance, drama, science fiction, with a warm touch of comedy. The cast is quite interesting: starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet, with supporting roles from Kirsten Dunst, Mark Ruffalo, Elijah Wood and Tom Wilkinson. This is a film that leaves you almost in deep thought, questioning all that you’ve ever…

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  • Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) Dir. Stephen Chbosky

    October 1, 2024 Young adult literature does not always get the grace it deserves. Perks of being a wallflower is one of those books that you can re read a bunch of times and you always get the same warm feelings. One of my favorite things about this novel is that it is specifically an…

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