09/10/2026
What a night, and what a movie.
There is so much to love about this film. The storyline is compelling, the performances are exceptional, and Andrew Garfield once again reminds you just how talented he is. The acting, intensity, and storytelling throughout were incredibly well done.
There was, however, one artistic choice that proved challenging for a few of us. Much of the film uses a constantly moving, handheld-style camera. For people who aren't sensitive to motion, it probably adds another layer of immediacy and intensity to the story. For those of us who are prone to motion sickness, it was tough. Amy and Matt especially struggled to keep their eyes focused on the screen, and I wasn't far behind them.
It was particularly interesting because the last major film we saw was The Odyssey, where such painstaking care went into the IMAX cameras and creating an extraordinary visual experience. Going from that kind of incredibly precise cinematography to a film intentionally using restless, constantly moving camerawork was quite the cinematic gear shift.
Our recommendation comes with just that one qualifier. If moving camerawork doesn't bother you, absolutely go see this movie. The story, performances, and overall production are very, very good. If you're susceptible to motion sickness, just know what you're walking into. I love Andrew Garfield movies, and even I found this one physically difficult to watch at times.
And to the Coppersmiths, please accept our sincerest apologies. We promise we don't normally try to make our friends dizzy at the movies. That's usually what having Amy spin before a knife throw is for.
A special thank you to the Autrys, Kinghorns, and Coppersmiths for joining us for the evening. Getting to share experiences like this with good friends makes them that much better.
We're also not finished with the fun. Tomorrow evening we're having a special movie-themed event at Dragon's Lair Axe & Tap, and we'll have plenty more pictures coming from what should be a fantastic night.
