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Hye's Musings

Hye's Musings is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Heidy Morales
Rating
Title/Year
Author
1
4/5
Cadejo Blanco (2021)

Heidy Morales

CADEJO BLANCO excels not only in the mixed casting, filming on location where many of the non-professional actors live and work, but also by using local vernacular of the city and country in which it is filmed.
Posted Oct 3, 2021
2
3/5
The Winter Lake (2021)

Heidy Morales

Although some dislike its slow pace, The Winter Lake does not disappoint. From the setting, sound design, casting, and cinematography, Sheerin's directorial debut contains all the elements of a good movie.
Posted Aug 1, 2021
3
4/5
Undine (2020)

Heidy Morales

There is plenty to appreciate in Undine. Petzold use of actual underwater shots, quiet moments between Undine and Christoph, among other locations all come together to create a world these lovers can inhabit. Excellent cinematography by Hans Fromm.
Posted Aug 1, 2021
4
4/5
Sugar Daddy (2021)

Heidy Morales

"Sugar Daddy is a film that contains many layers... they all come together to create a film that forces us to think about many themes, which then lead to some interesting conversations about its themes and our reactions to them."
Posted Jun 7, 2021
5
4/5
A.rtificial I.mmortality (2021)

Heidy Morales

"A.rtificial I.mmortality is more than a 'talking heads' documentary. It introduces us to some excellent research in AI and neuroscience fields, while also raising some deep and philosophical questions."
Posted Jun 7, 2021
6
5/5
Akilla's Escape (2021)

Heidy Morales

"...the entire production all comes together to create a powerful story that speaks to the historical criminalization of Black boys often overlooked by modern society."
Posted Jun 7, 2021
7
3/5
Crisis (2021)

Heidy Morales

The ensemble cast drives CRISIS and make it stronger... No one character stands out more than the other... since they are all fighting against the same 'evil'. In true thriller fashion, the film's pacing is fast and keeps one engaged in the stories.
Posted Apr 6, 2021
8
3/5
Some Kind of Love (2015)

Heidy Morales

Some Kind of Love is a film mainly about family relations. It also points to the high needs dementia patients require; the sacrifices families make in such situations.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
9
3/5
Farhope Tower (2015)

Heidy Morales

With a strong enough story arch, good cast and good use of visual and sound effects, Mullen and team create a film that gives us the creeps in the right amount. Farhope Tower... certainly entertains.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
10
3/5
Tickled (2016)

Heidy Morales

Farrier, with the help of his co-director Dylan Reeve, take us on a trip that goes beyond the world of 'competitive tickling'. This topsy turvy journey will surprise you, confuse you, anger your, and leave you wanting to hear more...
Posted Feb 20, 2021
11
4/5
Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016)

Heidy Morales

Bombastic chases, dark humour, and poignantly truthful moments make Hunt For The Wilderpeople more meaningful than many other big name action or comedies out there. Definitely a film that everyone should see.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
12
3.5/5
Women He's Undressed (2016)

Heidy Morales

Women He's Undressed is a must-see fashion extravaganza for film lovers, and a never before seen glimpse into the unapologetically rich life of Orry-Kelly.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
13
3/5
The People vs. Fritz Bauer (Der Staat Gegen Fritz Bauer) (2016)

Heidy Morales

The screenplay by Kraume and Olivier Guez create a story that, although slow-moving, is gripping. The cinematography adds a visual layer that adds to the mood of the film.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
14
3/5
Prison Dogs (2016)

Heidy Morales

A powerful and moving story, Prison Dogs is a reminder about the necessity to offer those incarcerated a second chance - a chance to show they are indeed human beings capable to love and improve the lives of others.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
15
3/5
Strangers on the Earth (2018)

Heidy Morales

"[El] Camino is pure metaphor." And that is the point of this film - it allows us to partake in this journey and make our own meaning of El Camino...
Posted Feb 20, 2021
16
4/5
Unarmed Verses (2017)

Heidy Morales

Officer introduces us to the people of Villaways, and through its young residents, we learn the importance of belonging to a community. We also learn the importance and the power of art...
Posted Feb 20, 2021
17
3/5
School Life (2017)

Heidy Morales

School Life is a reminder of how important the role of teacher is in the formative years of one's lives. It is an entertaining and charming story that can be enjoyed alone, with friends and family as well.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
18
2.5/5
Kill Order (2018)

Heidy Morales

The plot works to an extent. Like other action films, I understood parts of the plot and was confused by others.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
19
3.5/5
Shiners (2018)

Heidy Morales

Shiners makes us think about the consumerist culture we live in at this time. It also questions... how much we acknowledge those who provide us with a service. It helps in making us re-evaulate what service means in this world of disposable culture.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
20
3/5
My Enemy, My Brother (2015)

Heidy Morales

My Enemy, My Brother... is a film that shows us the power of memories; the power of love; and the power of friendship.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
21
3/5
The Drawer Boy (2017)

Heidy Morales

The Drawer Boy is a really good production artistically and technically speaking... This is a definite nice take Healey's play.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
22
3/5
On My Way Out: The Secret Life of Nani and Popi (2017)

Heidy Morales

Brandon and Skyler Gross have made this feature documentary to honour their grandparents... Ultimately, the film reminds us of very core values of what makes us human. beings: the need and desire to love and be loved.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
23
3.5/5
Z (2019)

Heidy Morales

Although a familiar premise, Christensen directs a film that is full of chilly and creepy surprises. It also incorporate the clever special effects. These effects work really well in introducing us to the menacing Z.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
24
4/5
First One In (2020)

Heidy Morales

'First One In' contains dry humour, relatable characters, and a very excellent ensemble cast... Come for the laughter, stay for the competition, camaraderie, and friendship.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
25
3.5/5
Hunted (2020)

Heidy Morales

[Hunted[ is a genre film that goes beyond the gruesome and bloody violence... Paronnaud and team bring to light the actual horrors of rape culture with a story and a character that come across as quite real, in a visceral way, real.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
26
4/5
Sator (2019)

Heidy Morales

[Sator] is an eerie and engrossing film that will evoke various emotions. Sator may not appeal to every horror (genre) fan given its slow pace. If you are willing to sit with it, however, it may surprise you.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
27
3/5
The Sinners (The Color Rose) (2020)

Heidy Morales

The Sinners has other things to offer aside the Jawbreaker-like plot. For starters, the great cinematography by Stirling Bancroft; as well as, the work of composer Holly Amber Church whose atmospheric score complements the film quite well.
Posted Feb 20, 2021
28
4/5
Son of Monarchs (2021)

Heidy Morales

Son of Monarchs moves seamlessly between present and past... The use of allegorical imagery helps emphasize Mendel's state of mind as a child and as an adult. Colours, landscapes, music and sound transport us through time and space.
Posted Feb 7, 2021
29
4/5
R#J (2021)

Heidy Morales

Mixing text messages and Shakespearean dialogue, R#J takes us into the love language of the 21st century, where GIFs, Spotify playlist exchanges, and Instagram profiles kindle romance and emphasize moments of vulnerability.
Posted Feb 7, 2021
30
B+
TransMilitary (2018)

Heidy Morales

TransMilitary is a powerful reminder of the resilience and perseverance of the US transgender troops... and of the transgender community at large. It also reminds us that the fight for equity and equality is an on-going battle.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
31
B+
Maxima (2019)

Heidy Morales

In the film, we come to intimately understand Máxima and her family's struggles. Sparrow and team not only introduce us to this warrior woman, but also ask us to think about society's demand for precious metals affects others directly.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
32
A
The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open (2019)

Heidy Morales

Inspired by a very real and transformative moment... [the film] threads a delicately complex story of a chance encounter between two Indigenous women with drastically different lived experience, navigating the aftermath of domestic abuse.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
33
A
Heimat Is a Space in Time (Heimat ist ein Raum aus Zeit) (2020)

Heidy Morales

Through the use of family letters, photographs and government records, Heise attempts to piece together what remains of his family... The film serves as a sort of testimony of the [Germany]'s history, as well as, that of Heise's family.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
34
B-
Harpoon (2019)

Heidy Morales

As it unfolds, Harpoon takes various twists and turns which make it fun to watch. Just when one thinks things will go one way, things unfold in a slightly different direction. Definitely a funny, over-the-top, gory, and entertaining ride.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
35
C+
Nose to Tail (2019)

Heidy Morales

Abrams is excellent as [the lead]... Excellent supporting roles by Lara Jean Chorostecki as hostess/girlfriend, Chloe; Brandon McKnight as Sous Chef, Keith; Salvatore Antonio as Sommelier, Steven. Also enjoyed seeing Toronto on the big screen.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
36
C
Standing Up, Falling Down (2020)

Heidy Morales

Standing Up, Falling Down does not introduce to any new story per se... Where the film charms and excels is in combining Scott and Marty's individual stories with the friendship that evolves between.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
37
B+
The Cuban (2020)

Heidy Morales

The Cuban is a touching story of a compassionate friendship that grows through music. This film is incredibly timely, especially as the world has its eyes on the realities of long-term care. Highly recommended for all audiences from young to older adults.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
38
B+
The Painted Bird (2020)

Heidy Morales

The Painted Bird is not an easy film to sit through. It also brings up the themes of good, evil, religion, politics, among a few others... It is a layered cinematic, but controversial and complicated film.
Posted Sep 7, 2020
39
4/5
She Never Died (2019)

Heidy Morales

She Never Died is an entertaining film with a decent combination of genre themes that will garner positive responses from festival and general audiences alike.
Posted Feb 14, 2020
40
3.5
Mr. Fish: Cartooning from the Deep End (2017)

Heidy Morales

Through candid interviews with Booth, his wife Diana Day, friends, colleagues, and quiet moments of Booth at work, we get a glimpse at his private and public worlds.
Posted Oct 14, 2018
41
3/5
Knuckleball (2018)

Heidy Morales

Knuckleball still hits the right notes... [It] is a decent thriller that is worth a little patience.
Posted Oct 14, 2018
42
3/5
Trench 11 (2017)

Heidy Morales

Trench 11 does not disappoint. The crew's decent into virtually the unknown will keep you in suspense. Scherman and team create a believable war-horror film.
Posted Aug 28, 2018