On the Basis of Sex (2018)

On the Basis of Sex is a fine biopic with solid acting. It's a pretty ordinary telling of an extraordinary life. It focuses specifically on one case in Ruth Bader Ginsburg's illustrious career. The movie does not benefit from choosing to spotlight a tax case. Yes, obviously it is the case that "topples the whole system" but even she knew that there is nothing interesting about tax law. The courtroom scene, I presume, is dramatized. I'm not going back to the court transcripts, but I have to imagine that Ginsburg, the brilliant perfectionist she is, didn't botch her submission. Like many biopics, it ends with words on the screen detailing what happens next. It ends with a short sentence on her confirmation vote of 96-3. But that's of little significance. Ginsburg is a pioneer in the women's rights movement. Who cares what the confirmation vote was? It really detracts from the theme of the movie.

The Spy Who Dumped Me (2018)

There's something about SNL cast members. The cast is made up of unique characters, and the actors really know how to play up those characters. This movie is a lot of Kate McKinnon. And if you like Kate McKinnon it is great fun. She makes the film funny and worthwhile. Not all the jokes land, but a good number of them do. It is Kate McKinnon on overload.

The plot is full of holes. Don't expect to get resolution of any of the plot points. I found myself asking why about a lot of things to no answer. What is on the usb? What does he fake his death for? He already had the usb, what did he need to give it to Mila Kunis for? Not only is there no explanation but the movie proceeds knowing it doesn't matter.  Because despite this, it's still a fun time. It's a buddy spy action movie with two leading ladies that kick ass.