Shea Vassar
Tomatometer-approved critic
Biography:
A Cherokee Nation citizen and journalist based out of Lenapehoking (Brooklyn, NY). Shea loves Star Wars, OKC Thunder basketball, and anything cinema-related.
Superior (2021)
66%
EDIT
“Erin Vassilopoulos’ thrilling debut merrily plays with the film noirs of the past while spinning it into something vibrant and new.” –
The Spool
Jan 19, 2022
Full Review
The Many Saints of Newark (2021)
72%
EDIT
“Whether you're a fan of The Sopranos or not, this is a solid tale of mobsters and morality.” –
Film School Rejects
Sep 28, 2021
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Wild Indian (2021)
90%
4/5
EDIT
“'Wild Indian' is a dark cinematic dance that explores the harsh effects of colonization that are still evident in modern Native communities.” –
Film School Rejects
Feb 3, 2021
Full Review
Censor (2021)
89%
3/5
EDIT
“Despite its flaws, Censor shows us that Bailey-Bond is an inquisitive filmmaker who is willing to take risks.” –
Film School Rejects
Feb 2, 2021
Full Review
Shiva Baby (2020)
96%
4/5
EDIT
“Shiva Baby confronts relevant fears that come with growing up along with the missteps that occur when trying to establish early-adulthood independence.” –
JumpCut Online
Oct 2, 2020
Full Review
Beans (2020)
91%
5/5
EDIT
“After almost a century of inaccurate representation, Beans is evidence that we have entered a Native cinema renaissance.” –
JumpCut Online
Oct 2, 2020
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Nomadland (2020)
93%
4/5
EDIT
“Chloe Zhao's 'Nomadland' is a portrait of a subculture who have chosen to escape from the unrealistic expectations of the capitalistic delusion.” –
Film School Rejects
Sep 16, 2020
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Yes, God, Yes (2019)
92%
4.5/5
EDIT
“'Yes, God, Yes' feels new and specific to the character because of its commitment to sex-positivity. It is a break from today's chaotic world as it cannonballs into a time of teenage anxiety and naiveté.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
Full Review
Sibyl (2019)
57%
4/5
EDIT
“From the beginning to end, Sibyl deals with a beautiful mess of emotions that is a direct result of asinine decision making and is a great reminder that we are all human. I mean, who can't relate to being a little messy?” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
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The Irishman (2019)
95%
4.5/5
EDIT
“The great performances and incredible filmmaking make this fictionalized tale of Frank Sheeran a story to end the decade, one that has seen many changes within the film industry - and hopefully introducing a new era of Martin Scorsese.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
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Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017)
97%
4.5/5
EDIT
“Tigers Are Not Afraid will touch the lives of many as the shared understanding of missing women and family members is not only seen in drug-torn Mexico but across the globe.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
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Varda by Agnès (2019)
98%
4/5
EDIT
“It is a final memo to us - a bittersweet note that is full of playful nostalgia, tender emotions, and wise advice for aspiring filmmakers and cinephiles.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
Full Review
Atlantics (2019)
96%
4/5
EDIT
“Haunting each of its viewers in a way that can only be described as personal, Atlantics is a great start to a bright future for filmmaker Diop, as she is using the medium to tell a confident story that she knows best.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
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The Whistlers (2019)
83%
2/5
EDIT
“Despite being pretty to look at and pleasant to listen to, the ending completely fizzles out.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
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Les misérables (2019)
88%
4/5
EDIT
“I applaud Ladj Ly for utilizing his artistic medium in attempt to advocate for his community and I hope that Les Misérables inspires other individuals to use their voice to comment on current events with a movie camera in their hand.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
Full Review
Blood Quantum (2019)
90%
3.5/5
EDIT
“'Blood Quantum' is a refreshing break from the same sad drama that is usually regurgitated when filmmakers, even those from an Indigenous or Native background, attempt to talk about the Indian experience.” –
Film Daze
Jul 29, 2020
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