Known primarily for being a film done in a single, continuous shot, it's well-executed, even if the plot isn't anything special. Oscar nominee Michelle Williams is joined by Seth Rogen (in his most mature turn), as well as Sarah Silverman, Aaron Abrams and Luke Kirby.Įveryone is at the top of their game, and it's a truly emotional effort.
It follows a woman in a happy marriage who falls in love with the aloof artist living across the street. Writer-director Sarah Polley – who was nominated for an Oscar for writing Away From Her – creates a truly beautiful picture that will have you welling up. This is one of those Canadian features that is just so wise and interesting beyond anything you could imagine. It's a dramatic tale worth checking out for sure. With incredible stars like Ruby Dee, John Hawkes, Ted Levine, Josh Brolin, and Chiwetel Ejiofor, there's plenty of star wattage. The Alien and Gladiator helmer teams with The Irishman and Gangs Of New York writer Steven Zaillian for this intense flick.įollowing the cop chasing Harlem's drug kingpin Frank Lucas, this partially-true story is astounding.ĭenzel Washington is incredible as Lucas, and Russell Crowe is also fantastic as disgraced cop Richie. One of the most polished films of the 2000s, American Gangster represents a top-tier film from director Ridley Scott. Check out Jordan Parker's 'The week's best and biggest on Netflix' every Friday on CityNews Halifax.
