Monthly Archives: July 2018

Review: The Incredibles 2 (2018)

Posted on July 23, 2018 by Sartaj Govind Singh

In hindsight, it’s hard not to view Brad Bird’s 2004 animated feature- The Incredibles as a breezy, heartfelt and sobering postmodern bow to the minuscule superhero genre that existed in the early 2000s. Through its family-focused story, the film grappled … Continue reading →

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Brief Consideration: Lady Bird (2018)

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Sartaj Govind Singh

At their worst, coming of age movies are fraught with the over-egging of bludgeoning teenage antics that make their journeys seem severely unremarkable, as maddening hysterics are favoured over sobering personal growth. Greta Gerwig’s directorial debut, Lady Bird, commendably bridges … Continue reading →

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