Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the senior film critic for The Epoch Times and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism Is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is featured in the book "How to Be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to films, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, rock-climbing, qigong, martial arts, and human rights activism.
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Website: http://www.theepochtimes.com
LATEST
‘Reminders of Him’: A Quintessential Knight-in-Shining-Armor Story
As generic as it is, any time you see a plot twist coming like a slow-motion haymaker, you’ll cheerfully lean in and allow yourself to get knocked out.
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‘The Optimist’: A Holocaust History That Helps Heal
In stark, ironic contrast with the infamous Auschwitz sign “Arbeit Macht Frei” (Work Sets You Free), here, telling the truth about Auschwitz creates freedom.
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The Top Oscar-Winner Is a Revolution-Goading Antifa Anthem
Anderson couldn’t have seen Charlie Kirk’s tragic death coming at the time, but he definitely tried to kick the hornet’s nest to incite revolutionary violence.
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‘Youngblood’: Coming of Age and Discovering Identity Via Hockey
“Youngblood” is a solid sports movie about identity, family, romance, second chances, with decent hockey action, that also doubles as a coming-of-age film.
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‘Rosemead’: Saving Face Is a Bad Choice If Your Son Is Shizophrenic
The message is that it’s everyone’s responsibility to help overly-proud people who need help get help, and it’s their responsibility to learn to ask for help.
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‘In Cold Light’: A Misstep on Maika Monroe’s Stardom Trajectory
As Helen Hunt’s character, Claire, says to Maika Monroe’s character, Ava: “You can’t just walk away”. Maybe Ava can’t. But you can.
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‘The Silence of the Lambs’: The Monster Classic’s 40th Anniversary
The gathering tear in Lecter’s eye after Clarice’s confession is the brilliant pinpoint of light that ultimately redeems the blackness of this dark fairy tale.
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‘Thelma & Louise’: 35th Anniversary of an Instant Classic
“Thelma & Louise” plays with a feminist stacked deck. But regardless, it’s still one of the most enjoyable movies you'll ever see.
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‘Wuthering Heights’: Disgracing a Classic
At two hours long, it’s a boring, turgid watch that scoffs at tradition and feels a lot longer than it is. Emily Brontë is definitely rolling in her grave.
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‘Crime 101’: Proudly Derivative Heist Movie With Strong Performances
A cut above the usual heist-thriller and featuring Mark Ruffalo’s Columbo-like performance, “Crime 101” makes you wish all neo-noirs were this captivating.
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‘Reminders of Him’: A Quintessential Knight-in-Shining-Armor Story
As generic as it is, any time you see a plot twist coming like a slow-motion haymaker, you’ll cheerfully lean in and allow yourself to get knocked out.
|
‘The Optimist’: A Holocaust History That Helps Heal
In stark, ironic contrast with the infamous Auschwitz sign “Arbeit Macht Frei” (Work Sets You Free), here, telling the truth about Auschwitz creates freedom.
|
The Top Oscar-Winner Is a Revolution-Goading Antifa Anthem
Anderson couldn’t have seen Charlie Kirk’s tragic death coming at the time, but he definitely tried to kick the hornet’s nest to incite revolutionary violence.
|
‘Youngblood’: Coming of Age and Discovering Identity Via Hockey
“Youngblood” is a solid sports movie about identity, family, romance, second chances, with decent hockey action, that also doubles as a coming-of-age film.
|
‘Rosemead’: Saving Face Is a Bad Choice If Your Son Is Shizophrenic
The message is that it’s everyone’s responsibility to help overly-proud people who need help get help, and it’s their responsibility to learn to ask for help.
|
‘In Cold Light’: A Misstep on Maika Monroe’s Stardom Trajectory
As Helen Hunt’s character, Claire, says to Maika Monroe’s character, Ava: “You can’t just walk away”. Maybe Ava can’t. But you can.
|
‘The Silence of the Lambs’: The Monster Classic’s 40th Anniversary
The gathering tear in Lecter’s eye after Clarice’s confession is the brilliant pinpoint of light that ultimately redeems the blackness of this dark fairy tale.
|
‘Thelma & Louise’: 35th Anniversary of an Instant Classic
“Thelma & Louise” plays with a feminist stacked deck. But regardless, it’s still one of the most enjoyable movies you'll ever see.
|
‘Wuthering Heights’: Disgracing a Classic
At two hours long, it’s a boring, turgid watch that scoffs at tradition and feels a lot longer than it is. Emily Brontë is definitely rolling in her grave.
|
‘Crime 101’: Proudly Derivative Heist Movie With Strong Performances
A cut above the usual heist-thriller and featuring Mark Ruffalo’s Columbo-like performance, “Crime 101” makes you wish all neo-noirs were this captivating.
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