Gabe Lapalombella

1 week ago | movieswetextedabout.com | Gabe Lapalombella

Film critics could argue that certain films prove challenging to review. Hearing that statement may lead fans to assume one thing: that a film is bad. Bad movies are the hardest to review because there’s only so much to say about them. That statement can be stretched further into the subject matter of a given film. That does not mean it is bad, but it is something that demands a lot from its viewers.

1 week ago | movieswetextedabout.com | Gabe Lapalombella

Director Gareth Evans made waves with his 2011 film, The Raid: Redemption, and its 2014 sequel, The Raid 2. Both films became modern-day staples of the action genre, delivering a one-of-a-kind experience. They are films that, 10+ years later, still have an impact on the cultural discussion of action movies. It set a high precedent amongst fans who now knew this filmmaker’s (and the genre’s) capabilities.

3 weeks ago | movieswetextedabout.com | Gabe Lapalombella

Very few creatives have made quality comedy television series. Classics from folks like Larry David and Garry Shandling and old-school favorites from Lucille Ball are harder to come by. Among modern comedic television voices, one of the biggest must be Danny McBride. Besides his work with filmmakers like Seth Rogen and David Gordon Green, McBride has carved a niche in comedic television. Shows like Eastbound and Down and Vice Principals grew a beloved fanbase.

1 month ago | elementsofmadness.com | Gabe Lapalombella

The beauty of film lies in its ability to evoke a specific era or environment. Whether in a quiet character drama or a large-scale spectacle, film can help transport an audience to a different time. Even if the quality (story, performances, etc.) may falter, that sense of place and fleshed-out world can speak volumes to viewers. When those elements are executed in perfect synchronicity, it can deliver a truly exceptional experience.

2 months ago | movieswetextedabout.com | Gabe Lapalombella

Media like James Bond and Mission Impossible deliver a sleek, action-packed adventure in the spy genre. However, what many would consider the best spy material does things differently. Instead, more thought-provoking spy-fare focuses on the process and tradecraft. Films like Tinker, Tailor, Solider, Spy, and A Most Wanted Man are better examples of spy media filled with depth. Being a fan of that material myself made The Agency a thoroughly entertaining and thoughtful piece of spy entertainment.