Berlin, I Love You is a messy portrait of the capital of Germany that knits together ten short stories told from the perspective of ten different directors. (AG: 1/5 stars) Review by FF2 Intern Anika Guttormson Berlin, I Love You undertakes a difficult challenge in its compilation of ten different short stories but ultimately fails…
Day: February 7, 2019

Under the Eiffel Tower: a proposal gone awry sparks countryside romance
Under the Eiffel Tower is a romantic comedy written by Judith Godrèche, in which a middle-aged man is rejected by his best friend’s daughter but finds romance in the French countryside. (BV 3.0/5.0) Review by Intern Beatrice Viri Under the Eiffel Tower starts off with protagonist Stuart (Matt Walsh) in a rut due to a…

UNTOGETHER (2018): Review by FF2 Media
Created by first-time writer and director Emma Forrest, ‘Untogether’ is about two sisters navigating their uncertain identities, troubled pasts, and imperfect relationships with men who are grappling with the same things. Though it lacks substance and cohesion at points, ‘Untogether’ is certainly a fresh take on romance. (JRL: 3/5) ‘Untogether’ opens with a one-night stand…

WHAT MEN WANT (2019): Review by FF2 Media
What Men Want is a refreshing and hilarious comedy that celebrates women and people of color. While it follows the formula of Hollywood blockbusters, it will make you laugh and warm your heart. (HRM: 3/5) Review by FF2 Intern Hannah Mayo Career driven sports agent “Ali Davis” (Taraji P. Henson) is constantly struggling to…