Benjamin Caron

SHARPER Director: Benjamin CaronStarring: Justice Smith, Briana Middleton, Sebastian Stan, Julianne Moore, John Lithgow The title Sharper sounds like a meta horror movie sequel, but don’t worry, this is actually about con-artists. The title is explained up front as “Sharper” refers to “one who lives by their wits.” The film opens with Tom (Smith) who owns and runs a small independent used bookstore. It’s there where he bonds and flirts with Briana Middleton’s character, Sandra, a new customer who loves Jane Eyre. Their meet cute turns romantic, but it feels too good to be true for this genre. The film switches to Sandra’s storyline asRead More →