James “Murr” Murray – Impractical Jokers (TV)
“I like when they punish me in a way that attacks my emotions and my ego.”
They Nominated What?!
Each year at CineSnob.net, we set our alarm clocks for way too early and watch the Oscar nominations live, like the film nerds we are. We then stumble to our computers and in blind outrage and pure jubilation, give some quick reactionary thoughts on the nominees. Let’s dive into the major categories, shall we?
Call Me By Your Name
“Their connection is powerful. The relationship feels less like a summer fling and more like two souls uniting.”
The Killing of a Sacred Deer
“One of the purest forms of an artist distilling his singular vision into a unique movie going experience.”
Battle of the Sexes
“More interested in telling a lustful love story than it is talking about equality, gender gaps or even tennis.”
May It Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers
Directed by: Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio Starring: Scott Avett, Seth Avett Early on in “May It Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers,†mega-producer Rick Rubin discusses how traditionally, when bands are comprised of siblings, they tend to hate each other. Obvious omission of Oasis aside, Rubin’s point remains that the closeness of working together […]
Step
“A very humanistic story about not just the strive for excellence, but breaking cycles.”
Dunkirk
“Nolan has created nothing less than a cinematic marvel…visually breathtaking, ambitious and stirring.”
Kumail Nanjiani & Emily Gordon – The Big Sick
“The higher the stakes, the funnier the joke is going to be.”
It Comes at Night
“[Director] Shults has created a thriller full of mystery, intrigue and slow-burning intensity.”
Chuck
“Early parts of the film feature some true greatness…but punches itself out and staggers to the finish.”
Their Finest
“Isn’t quite the strong female-empowerment movie it wants to be, but it is well-performed.”