Charlotte Field, the US Secretary of State—played by Charlize Theron—is quite popular and seems poised for a run at the Presidency when she runs into Fred, portrayed by Seth Rogan, at an upscale party. She represents elegance; he embodies something else entirely. It’s revealed they had a past relationship, and despite her team's reservations, she believes he could be helpful writing speeches for her. Was this a brill…

It’s frustrating to see political reactions already forming around this film; conservatives are dismissing it due to its initial scenes and environmental themes, while those on the left find fault because a Republican character was Black, made valid arguments, and was portrayed positively. Again, we're faced with a movie people feel they shouldn't enjoy simply because of politics. Still, at least it’s something bo…

The film takes an unexpectedly gentle and agreeable stance, particularly considering its focus on a woman dedicated to pushing through environmental legislation. It occupies this strange space where it's labeled as progressive but also attempts to distance itself from typical romantic comedies—those narratives where the male character simply wins over the attractive female lead. Yet, it still falls into familiar terr…

What a pleasant surprise—a romantic comedy starring Seth Rogen is the first genuinely enjoyable film of the year! This genre has struggled recently, with few movies deserving high praise, but Long Shot’s impressive cast initially caught my attention at the start of 2019 when I was planning out what to watch. I really appreciate Rogen's brand of humor, and Charlize Theron is among the very best actresses working today…