deft
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And as an accomplished narrative filmmaker and documentarian, Loznitsa unveils deft homages to Jacques Tati and Roy Andersson, deadpan directors who reduce human behavior to its base movements.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
He praises the "deft deployment of slightly risque jokes" as well as a Bridgerton spoof starring Miss Piggy, saying it's a "return to basics, and all the more joyous for it".
From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026
Margherita, who played Mrs. Wormwood in “Matilda the Musical” on Broadway, is a deft clown.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026
The deft integration of story and song, and the willingness to tackle thorny themes through complex characters, are the enduring hallmarks of their shows.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026
He wipes the screen with his sleeve and navigates with deft fingers to our mother’s first journal entry.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
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