Dustin Kogler

Professional amateur movie watcher. Dustin is a laid-back nerd who loves discussing pop culture. He loves listening to 80s music, playing video games and watching netflix all day. He's pretty sarcastic and if you tell him your favorite movie he can tell you why you're wrong.

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Movie Review: A Prayer Before Dawn – Brutally Violent and Hauntingly Beautiful

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A Prayer Before Dawn is a devastating and savage film about earning peace through violence.

Movie Review: 40 Years in the Making: The Magic Music Movie – Fantastic Music Documentary

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Funny, heartfelt, and inspiring, it’s one of the best music documentaries I’ve ever seen.

Movie Review: Gay Hollywood Dad – Charming But Shallow.

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Despite the issues, Gay Hollywood Dad is an enjoyable film because of its big heart. It’s a tribute to being a parent, and all the success and struggles that entails.

Movie Review: Escape Plan 2: Hades – An Unnecessary Sequel.

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If you’re a hardcore fan of the first Escape Plan, and are dying to for a sequel, this could satisfy your needs. Although for anyone else, there isn’t much to justify seeing it.

Movie Review: The Icarus Line Must Die – Surreal Punk Experience

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The Icarus Line Must Die is pure punk rock.

Movie Review: Coming To My Senses – Inspirational But Flawed

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While it does have flaws, it’s sincere and treats its subject tastefully.

Movie Review: The Misandrists – A Cult Classic in the Making

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If you’re open to watching something that’s completely different than everything else that’s out right now, see The Misandrists.

Movie Review: Pet Names – Heartfelt Indie Movie

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Pet Names is wonderful and one of the most original films I’ve seen so far in 2018.

Movie Review: The Female Brain Cute Romantic Comedy

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While The Female Brain does fall into some of the same trappings of most rom-coms, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t find it to be endearing.

Movie Review: The Pirates of Somalia – Well-Written, Interesting Drama

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The Pirates of Somalia is well worth watching, especially for those who respect real journalism.

Movie Review: Barracuda – Tense Family Drama

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I was surprisingly impressed with Barracuda. It’s a smart and weirdly heartfelt piece of drama that’s worth seeing.

Movie Review: The Elf – Don’t Bother

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The only reason I would recommend watching The Elf is if you’re someone who enjoys hate-watching films.

Movie Review: House By the Lake –  Perfectly Fine Horror Film.

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House By the Lake offers a simple but intriguing setup. And that simplicity ultimately leads to the film’s downfall.

Movie Review: It Stains the Sands Red – Solid Zombie Film.

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The biggest praise I can give It Stains the Sands Red is that it’s the most original zombie film I’ve seen in years.

Movie Review: Shot – Effective Drama Becomes Too Preachy

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While Shot does stumble, sometimes feeling like a PSA, it’s still a surprisingly well-made drama.

Movie Review: Last Rampage – Painfully Average

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Last Rampage has the coldness and sterility of a Wikipedia article.

Movie Review: What Happened to Monday – Convoluted Sci-Fi Thriller

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There is some fun to be had with the action but unfortunately, it doesn’t salvage this misfire.

Movie Review: After Love – Absolutely Riveting

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After Love is one of the most heart-rending movies you’ll see this year.

Movie Review: Red Christmas – Uneven but Entertaining Slasher

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The premise of Red Christmas assures the family will be in for a good old-fashioned Christmas bloodbath. And the film delivers on that promise, albeit at times in an uneven manner.

Movie Review: Fate – Low Budget Fun

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While not groundbreaking, Sheldon’s directorial debut is a fun time-bending tale despite having some serious issues.

Movie Review: Atomic Blonde – Pure Cinematic Delight

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And while not without its flaws, Atomic Blonde absolutely delivers, solidifying Leitch as one of the best action directors working today.

Movie Review: From Hollywood to Rose – A Long Ride That Goes Nowhere

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Unfortunately, just like a bus ride, From Hollywood to Rose takes forever to get to its destination, and makes you question why you took it in the first place.

Movie Review: Band Aid – Endearing Comedy Tackles Healing Through Music

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Band Aid is a sweet, honest, relationship comedy that’s highly enjoyable.

Movie Review: Whisky Galore! – A Comedy That’s Short on Laughs

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Whisky Galore! is inoffensive and far from being the worst comedy ever made. It’s unfortunately just not very funny to watch.

Movie Review: Live Cargo — Solid Directorial Debut

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Overall, Live Cargo is flawed but still a solid product that’s worth checking out.

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