THE CREATOR

 The Creator is Oscar-bound. No stars.  No need for them.  Well, Denzel Washington's son, John David Washington is the hero and not an eyesore.  A child Gemma Chan is a darling AI heroine. Great story, great action, great visuals. Never have I seen art direction this creative and awe-inspiring. Artificial intelligence is not the enemy. It is our military. A child and a handsome African-American star steal the film from the screen into your hearts.  If you get a bit confused in the plot, just go with it.  The special effects will carry you throughout the film. Don’t miss this one. It’s a home run.

A HAUNTING IN VENICE

 

A Haunting in Venice is worth seeing. Kenneth Branagh‘s direction and acting are superb in this supernatural thriller, as is the cinematography. The first murder happens rather early in the film and of course, A few ensue. Tina Fey does not mug or pull comedic punches and is good as the female star.  Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh adds a bright touch as a medium who conducts a seance in a haunted house. The star of the film is the cinematography and the editing. Venice has never looked more glorious and do stay for the end credits when they pan way way up and you get to view Venice and its canals from the stratosphere. Of course, it’s another Agatha Christie who done it and of course, Inspector Poiret played by Kenneth Branagh solves the mystery. Don’t miss this one for a good time and in its favor it is short and to the murderous point.