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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. 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).

Suncoast

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

by Manuel Sao Bento

Suncoast 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 Apprentice 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

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

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