Java Heat

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Chip Kaufmann’s Pick: Java Heat (2013) Having thoroughly enjoyed No Escape (see my review this issue), I was immediately reminded of this little action flick from Indonesia that did decent business back in 2013. The setting is Southeast Asia, it has action to spare, and has the added bonus ofContinue Reading

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The Great Gatsby **** Short Take: Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel is a Roaring Twenties extravaganza and assault of the senses, befitting Fitzgerald’s own world of excess. Reel Take: A little leeway must be granted with any film adaptation of a great novel. In the caseContinue Reading