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Manuel Sao Bento

Portuguese critic based in Sweden with a tremendous passion for cinema, television, and the art of filmmaking. Strives to offer an unbiased perspective and has stopped watching trailers since 2017. Rotten Tomatoes approved. Co-host of a weekly film podcast, R&M: A Conversation on Cinema. Outlets: FandomWire, Talking Films, Firstshowing, InSession Film, That Shelf, Filmhounds Magazine. Proud member of associations such as OFCS (Online Film Critics Society), IFSC (International Film Society Critics), and OFTA (Online Film & Television Association).

Damsel (2024)

‘Damsel’ Review: A Generic Yet Immersive Fantasy Flick

by Manuel Sao Bento

DamselĀ suffers immensely from its conventionality and lack of any significant exploration of its characters, any surprises in its storylines, or any notable thematic study.

Dune: Part Two

‘Dune: Part Two’ Review: The New Generational Epitome of Sci-Fi Epics

by Manuel Sao Bento

Dune: Part TwoĀ surpasses even the highest expectations, establishing itself as an unquestionable technical masterpiece of blockbuster filmmaking.

Suncoast

Sundance 2024: ‘Suncoast’ is a Moving Study On the Real Value of Life

by Manuel Sao Bento

SuncoastĀ is a deeply moving, thematically meaningful story, written with brilliant care in addressing sensitive topics such as inevitable grief, the hypocrisy of ethical debates, and the real value of human life.

The Tiger's Apprentice

‘The Tiger’s Apprentice’ Review: Yet Another Case of Unfulfilled Potential

by Manuel Sao Bento

The Tiger's ApprenticeĀ remains shallow, a casualty of the breakneck pacing that constitutes the film's major problem.

Argylle

‘Argylle’ Review: A Delightful Surprise of Campy Entertainment

by Manuel Sao Bento

ArgylleĀ emerges as a pleasant surprise this new year, blending absurdity with sophistication to create a truly memorable cinematic experience.

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