Tag Archives: Gus Van Sant

Review: Dead Man’s Wire

Posted on July 16, 2026 by philipbrasor

It would be easy to dismiss Gus Van Sant’s latest movie as an exercise in 70s cinema style, which he pulls off with his usual skill and aplomb, but his recreation of a real life hostage incident that took place … Continue reading →

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Review: Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far On Foot

Posted on May 2, 2019 by philipbrasor

Gus Van Sant manages to recover from recent poor choices (Sea of Trees, Promised Land) with the help of Joaquin Phoenix and an inspired cast of A-listers in supporting roles. The vehicle is perhaps less impressive than any of its … Continue reading →

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May 2016 movies

Posted on May 3, 2016 by philipbrasor

Here are the movie reviews I wrote for the May issue of EL Magazine, which was distributed in Tokyo on April 25. Captain America: Civil War No, Cap hasn’t been transported back in time to fight the Rebs. The internecine … Continue reading →

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December 2011 movies

Posted on November 29, 2011 by philipbrasor

Here are the movie reviews I wrote for the Dec. issue of EL Magazine, which was distributed in Tokyo on Nov. 25. The movies open in Japan between late Nov. and mid-Dec. The Adventures of Tintin Herge’s boyish Belgian reporter-adventurer … Continue reading →

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