I’m consistently drawn to narratives that explore the darker aspects of celebrity culture. I anticipated *Mother Mary* would offer a genuine critique of today's pop music scene, questioning idol worship and the downsides of constant public exposure. What I encountered instead was a film marked by stark contrasts. The visuals are undeniably impressive, yet they struggle against a dense and often overwhelming script. I…

The saying “less is more” often rings true, but it doesn't apply when there isn't enough to initially grab your attention—then you need "more" to make something worthwhile. However, any additions must be valuable, because otherwise they just detract from the whole thing. That’s precisely the problem with this new film from writer-director David Lowery. After a long break from performing, pop star Mother Mary (Anne Ha…

The film centers around a famous singer (played by Anne Hathaway, though it could easily have been Margot Robbie or Natalie Portman) who unexpectedly appears at the home of a former friend and clothing designer, "Sam" (Michaela Coel), during a storm, and isn't exactly greeted warmly. She’s in desperate need of an outfit—something spectacular. She requires “Sam” to create it for her because apparently only she truly u…