Review by sazesa

I've seen an extraordinary number of movies and have come to develop a keen sensibility for all aspects of the art form (acting, directing, cinematography, writing, theme, message, etc.). The majority of movies fail to succeed in more than half of the criteria that make for an outstanding work of art. Magazine Dreams is not one of them. Bynum has given us a unique insight into a character's psyche, one that is as much a product of personal circumstance as it is of social environment, trauma, and isolation. The narrative is delivered at the appropriate pace--not rushed nor slow--with mesmerizing visuals, memorable characters, and outstanding acting that keeps the viewer engaged in the characters and their motives rather than focused on what actor is "performing" what role. This movie is reminiscent of the classic "Taxi Driver." I hope Bynum continues making movies like this. He just may earn the same accolades as Scorsese someday.