Alonso Duralde - The Film Verdict

A Haunting in Venice

Posted by Alonso Duralde | Sep 10, 2023 | Spotlight |

Branagh’s most successful Agatha Christie adaptation to date finds mystery and suspense in period, setting, and another distinguished ensemble.

Hit Man

Posted by Alonso Duralde | Sep 5, 2023 | VENICE 2023, Spotlight, Toronto 2023 |

Richard Linklater’s farce about a phony hired killer is charming and unpredictable, but it would benefit from dropping the “based on a true story” angle.

Priscilla

Posted by Alonso Duralde | Sep 4, 2023 | VENICE 2023, Spotlight |

The gilded cage that was Priscilla Presley’s life with Elvis makes a perfect match for Sofia Coppola’s empathetic vision.

The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial

Posted by Alonso Duralde | Sep 3, 2023 | VENICE 2023 |

William Friedkin’s final film sadly lacks the vibrancy and the claustrophobia of his previous stage-to-screen adaptations.

Pet Shop Days

Posted by Alonso Duralde | Sep 3, 2023 | VENICE 2023 |

Olmo Schabel’s directorial debut succeeds as a delivery system for ’90s-indie vibes, but it fails to elicit empathy for its spoiled, obnoxious lead characters.

Author: Alonso Duralde

A Haunting in Venice

Hit Man

Priscilla

The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial

Pet Shop Days