Magazine Dreams
Magazine Dreams
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Aspiring bodybuilder Killian Maddox struggles to find human connection in this exploration of celebrity and violence. Nothing deters him from his fiercely protected dream of superstardom, not even the doctors who warn him of the permanent damage he causes to himself with his quest.
thereelvoice reviewedMarch 23, 2025
Johnathan Majors delivers the performance of a lifetime in this gritty character study. A high intensity and stress inducing tale that follows a loner fighting to be seen in the world, Magazine Dreams is a revelation.
From the brooding cinematography, to the balanced performances across the board, Magazine Dreams will keep you enthralled from beginning to end. Majors’s performance as Killian Maddox is nuanced, heartfelt and powerful and you will leave this film feeling as if you know this young man. After watching Magazine Dreams, you may find yourself fearing him, fearing for him and oddly enough, wishing him the best.