Wonder Woman

Wonder Gal’s nuanced naivety sustains an overlong story despite periodic poor pacing. Excellently executed film uses physical action as proxy for ideals resulting in an epic battle boasting comedy, moral weight, and a sprinkling of Snyder speed-ramps. DC deserves a Pat on the back for finally birthing a good film.

Brothers (2004)

Thomsen returns to comfort zone as traumatized dysfunctional family member. A film more powerful for what it doesn’t say than for what it does. Supporting cast perform well, most notably Nielson who somehow snuck her way in. Middle East scenes steal show and perhaps degrade from more subtle family elements.

Gladiator

Archetypal epic and honeymoon of Crowe-Scott marriage. Beautiful cinematography, impressive action, genuine performances, and brilliant script lend to creation of an excellent film. Moments of Baby Scott style editing detract mildly but not enough to mar this masterpiece. So inherently good, for once even Scott’s director’s cut couldn’t improve it.