The Crude Film Blog
Where I critique and commend movies for your viewing pleasure.
Updated monthly(ish).
The Genius of ‘American Fiction’ (2023).
Anyone who knows the premise of ‘American Fiction’ (2023) will know it is an intelligent satire about the racial biases of the publishing industry and the capitalisation of “diversity”. But that only scratches the surface of the film’s themes.
The Power of Perspective in ‘Priscilla’ (2023).
Sofia Coppola was certainly the right choice to bring Priscilla Presley’s story to the screen. As well as being a quiet, heart-wrenching coming-of-age story, ‘Priscilla’ (2023) also masterfully portrays an abusive relationship.
Being Sexy in Death in ‘The Nice Guys’ (2016).
‘The Nice Guys’ (2016) is a great action comedy that deserved to be more successful than it was. Unfortunately, it gets off to a rough start with its blatant objectification of a dead woman.
‘The Spy Who Dumped Me’ (2018) and the Rise of the Everywoman.
Many lovers of film will know the tale of the Everyman: An exceptionally average male protagonist who’s thrown into adventure to transform into a hero despite mediocre beginnings. What we don’t hear enough of is the Everywoman.
The Humanity of ‘Blade Runner 2049’ (2017).
With its critical success, it comes as no surprise that this film was beautiful and devastating, not to mention undeniably superior to the original ‘Blade Runner’ (1982). But what is it that makes this film better?
‘Love Lies Bleeding’ (2024): A Win For Queer Cinema.
Kristen Stuart and Katy M. O’Brian killed it (literally) in this sapphic crime thriller. The film will have you hot and bothered one moment and on the edge of your seat the next- I wouldn’t have it any other way.
‘Drive Away Dolls’ (2024): The Burden of Great Expectations.
It pains me, as a fan of the Coen Brothers, to admit that this comedic thriller from Ethan Coen was lacking in comedy and thrill. But you know what it does get right? Sapphic sex. And we have Tricia Cooke to thank.
‘What’s Love Got to Do with it?’ (2022) What Happens When You Pick the Wrong Protagonist.
Tepid romance aside, the storylines of this film had potential. We had an engaging story about a Pakistani family navigating their traditions and differences. So why didn’t the film work?
The Misogyny of ‘Blade Runner’ (1982).
Most people interested in film will have either seen ‘Blade Runner’ or been recommended ‘Blade Runner’. We all know its value in Sci-Fi, but when raving about how amazing the film is, why don’t people mention the blatent misogyny within it?