“Red Sparrow” captures attention for two reasons. Firstly, it’s a star vehicle that showcases Jennifer Lawrence, and let’s face it—J-Law’s always interesting. Secondly, the story reveals a particularly vile weapon in the arsenal of a Russia for whom the Cold War never ended, and whose communist ghost seeks reincarnation.
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
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Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the chief film critic for The Epoch Times, and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. He earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by a classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is cited in the book "How to be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to film, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, martial arts, rock-climbing, qigong, and human rights activism.
