Movie Review: Frankenstein

Guillermo del Toro’s take on Frankenstein is a visually stunning and dramatic gothic horror film inspired by Mary Shelley’s classic novel. Like his film Pan’s Labyrinth, it tells a dark and fantastical story about a scientist whose ambition leads to his downfall. This new adaptation avoids tired tropes, offering a fresh and captivating take on a well-known tale.

Movie Review: Train Dreams

Train Dreams is a moving story about Robert Grainier, a logger living in the harsh beauty of the Pacific Northwest around 1900. The film subtly explores the difficulties faced by early timber workers, and touches on issues like deforestation and the growth of railroads, but it’s primarily focused on one man’s personal struggles. Based on a well-regarded story by Denis Johnson, the film follows Grainier as he tries to find peace with his life and understand his increasing loneliness. It’s a deliberately slow and dreamlike film that draws you in with its gentle pace and quiet beauty.