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Reviews
Containment (2015)
wonderfully done
kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way through. beautifully acted and shot, with a fantastic score. music does a lot to keep you grounded in the suspense of the movie.
the director does a lot with a little -- despite the small budget, containment feels like a big- budget feature length film. his use of space (small set, big story) is wonderfully ingenious.
i found something to relate to in every character. the performances made me feel like i was part of the movie, like sally could've been my best friend in real life. lee ross' and Gabriel senior's performances were especially moving.
suspenseful and dramatic, but also relatable. highly enjoyed it. i'll definitely be watching it again and recommending it to friends.
Life Just Is (2012)
poignantly beautiful
it took me a little bit to get into the movie, but once I did I really enjoyed it. it does an excellent job of capturing the turmoil of being twenty-something -- the confusion, the struggle to "figure it all out." you really find yourself connecting with the characters in unique ways. the dialogue, while it felt a bit scripted at times, is delivered well by actors who seem more experienced than their ages. Pete in particular did a wonderful job. Each of the characters has their own unique struggle throughout the film -- I find something new to connect with each time I watch it. there's something for everyone in this movie and I will definitely be recommending it to friends. I really enjoyed the symbolism throughout the film -- Pete's and Tom's experiences in particular really struck me.