Much how I’m sure Martin Scorsese wanted it, I am really struggling with Silence, the film that is a passion project for the director. Silence is a movie about ideas and faith and I admire the effort that Scorsese put into getting this thing made. But Silence is a movie that doesn’t seem to invite
Jennifer Lawrence is the biggest actress in the world right now; do you know why? It is not because she stars in two mega franchises. It is not because she has an off screen personality that makes her accessible and endearing. It’s not even because she is an Oscar winning actress at the sprite age
It’s so wonderful when you can go to the theater and engage in a transformative experience that gives you a good time. The Wolf of Wall Street, the racously funny new film from Martin Scorsese, might be the most fun you’ll have in a theater this year. More than just a glossy look at a debaucherous life, this film digs deep into American greed, the financial crisis and morality. In short, it’s easily one of the best films of the year.