Cory Baker Filmmaker Movie Reviews

In 1968, various anti-war activists were arrested in Chicago during uprisings at the Democratic National Convention. In "The Trial of the Chicago 7," we follow the trial that followed and the injustices that occurred. This film is an early favorite for the Academy Awards.  

A movie review of "The Trial of the Chicago 7" starring Eddie Redmayne, Alex Sharp, Sacha Baron Cohen, Jeremy Strong, John Carroll Lynch, Yahya Abdul-Mateen, Mark Rylance, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ben Shenkman, Frank Langella, and Michael Keaton. Written and directed by Aaron Sorkin.   

The Trial of the Chicago 7 is now available on Netflix.  

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For decades, all filmmakers saw being the biggest sale at the Sundance Film Festival as the golden ticket for great things in the future. Palm Springs is the biggest sale in the history of Sundance and I talk about the film, and what writers, directors, actors, and filmmakers of any stripe can learn from it's success.  

A movie review of "Palm Springs" starring Andy Samberg, Cristin Milioti, J.K. Simmons, and Peter Gallagher. Written by Andy Siara, and directed by Max Barbakow.   

Palm Springs is now available on Hulu.  

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Showbiz Kids is a documentary that explores the highs and lows of being a child actor. I review the film as well as give my experience working with children on film sets in Hollywood.  

A movie review of "Showbiz Kids," written and directed by Alex Winter. Featuring interviews with Evan Rachel Wood, Milla Jovovich, Cameron Boyce, Wil Wheaton, Henry Thomas, Jada Pinkett Smith, Mara Wilson, Todd Bridges, Baby Peggy, and Marc Slater.  

Showbiz Kids is now available on HBO.  

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The King of Staten Island is the latest movie from Judd Apatow and it stars Pete Davidson. I try and help you answer the one question that will help you decide if you want to watch it.  

A movie review of "The King of Staten Island" starring Pete Davidson, Bel Powley, Ricky Velez, Lou Wilson, Moises Arias, Marisa Tomei, Maude Apatow, Kevin Corrigan, Steve Buscemi, Bill Burr and Domenick Lombardozzi. Written by Judd Apatow, Pete Davidson, and Dave Sirus, and directed by Judd Apatow.  

The King of Staten Island is now available on video on demand.  

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7500 is enjoyable by most looking for something to watch on Amazon prime, but the hidden value is for up and coming filmmakers, producers looking to get bang for their buck, and most importantly aspiring screenwriters.  

A movie review of "7500" starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Omid Memar, Aylin Tezel, Carlo Kitzlinger, Murathan Muslu, and Aurélie Thépaut. Written by Patrick Vollrath and Senad Halilbasic, and a first feature directed by Patrick Vollrath.  

7500 is now available on Amazon Prime Video  

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A movie review of "Da 5 Bloods," starring Delroy Lindo, Jonathan Majors, Clarke Peters, Norm Lewis, Isiah Whitlock Jr, and Chadwick Boseman. Written by Danny Bilson & Paul De Meo, and Kevin Willmott & Spike Lee, and directed by Spike Lee.  

Da 5 Bloods is now available on Netflix 

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A movie review of "Uncut Gems," written by Ronald Bronstein, Josh Safdie, and Benny Safdie, and directed by The Safdie Brothers. Starring Adam Sandler, Julia Fox, Kevin Garnett, LaKeith Stanfield, Idina Menzel, and The Weeknd.

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The latest relationship comedy starring Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani is out right now on Netflix. Should you check it out, or are there better things for you to watch from home?

A movie review of "The Lovebirds," written by Aaron Abrams, Brendan Gall, and Martin Gero, and directed by Michael Showalter. Starring Issa Rae, Kumail Nanjiani, Paul Sparks, and Anna Camp.

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Michael Jordan is the greatest player in the NBA, and his team the Chicago Bulls are going for the sixth title in the last eight years. This is the story of Jordan's career and the never before seen footage of the team trying to close their second three-peat.

A movie review of the documentary "The Last Dance," directed by Jason Hehir. Featuring contributions by Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, and Steve Kerr.

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A movie review of "(500) Days of Summer" written by Scott Heustadter and Michael H. Weber, and directed by Marc Webb. Starring Zooey Deschanel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Geoffrey Arend, Chloe Grace Moretz, Matthew Gray Gubler, Clark Gregg, and Minka Kelly.  

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