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The Ugly Stepsister Review: I Didn't Throw Up Watching This Gruesome Body Horror, But I Understand Why Someone Did
I found it a painful yet astute exploration of manufactured beauty and its horrifying results.
The Wedding Banquet Review: Bowen Yang's Hilarious & Heartfelt Romantic Comedy Revives What's Been Missing From The Genre
The combination of cast & storytelling makes for an emotionally gorgeous, hilarious, and touching film that you’ll want to rewatch over & over again.
Freaky Tales Review: Pedro Pascal Is A Sad Henchman In Stylish, Energetic Action Dramedy
Freaky Tales has a supernatural component that doesn't always make sense, but it makes up for it with flair, contagious energy, and fun characters.
The Ballad Of Wallis Island Review: Carey Mulligan's Delightfully Bittersweet Comedy Feels Like A Warm Hug
The Ballad of Wallis Island is a disarmingly delightful comedy, approaching its story about grief and nostalgia with warmth and humor.
Together Review: Alison Brie & Dave Franco's Unforgettable Chemistry Powers This Bonkers Body Horror That's A Bad Dream Come To Life
If you’re looking for the latest body horror film to become obsessed over, look no further than Michael Shanks’ directorial debut, Together.
Last Days Review: Justin Lin’s Adaptation Of A Missionary Tragedy Left Me Torn Between Faith & Justice
Last Days is as frustrating to watch as it is to try to understand this avoidable tragedy.
The Thing With Feathers Review: Benedict Cumberbatch’s Layered Performance Outshines The Weak Horror Elements Of Dismal Adaptation
Southern’s creative style and direction to manifest grief onscreen interconnects with the horror genre, it's just not entirely effective.
Love, Brooklyn Review: André Holland & Nicole Beharie Shine In Gorgeously Told Romantic Drama That Elevates The Genre To New Heights
Love, Brooklyn is an intricate and beautifully crafted work of art that’s quietly meditative and lovingly told.
The Things You Kill Review: A Slow Burn Psycho-Drama About Revenge That Sneaks Up On You With Existential Questions
The Things You Kill uses a story about revenge as a vehicle for something much more existential and surreal, sneaking up on you in thrilling ways.
Sauna Review: A Bracingly Authentic Queer Love Story That Is Both Sexy & Somber
Sauna tells an authentically queer love story set in Copenhagen that is both sexy & somber in its examination of dynamics between its two characters.
Atropia Review: Alia Shawkat Carries The Emotional Weight Of This Entertaining War Satire That Misses The Mark On Its Bigger Message
It isn’t the greatest satire ever made, but Gates’ feature is like a one-stop shop for mockery and education with some fun in between.
Serious People Review: This Absurd Work-Life Balance Satire Has One Of The Best Movie-Long Punchlines I've Seen In Years
Serious People finds absurd humor in a man who hires a dopplegänger to take over for him on a Drake music video shoot, leading to disastrous results.
Magic Farm Review: Chloë Sevigny Leads An Eccentric Yet Tiresome Comedy That Squanders Its Sense Of Fun & Meaning
Despite a few good moments, the rest of the film is an empty, exhuasting watch that never truly builds towards anything.
Opus Review: Ayo Edebiri Is The Perfect Final Girl In Hilarious & Horrifying A24 Horror Movie
Opus isn't perfect, but Mark Anthony Green's directorial debut is a sleek and sinister look at the cult of celebrity with a game Ayo Edebiri starring.
Kiss Of The Spider Woman Review: Jennifer Lopez Wows As An Alluring Diva In This Sensational Yet Flawed Musical
Thrilling, sharp dance numbers, glitzy costumes & campy dialogue all come together to create a dazzling musical that has a few flaws.
Train Dreams Review: Joel Edgerton's Western Drama Is Stunning To Behold & Yet I Just Couldn't Fall In Love With It
The film is visually gorgeous, with some of the best cinematography, and while I appreciated its introspection, it’s far too drawn out and aimless.
Rebuilding Review: Josh O'Connor's Western Drama Is A Powerful Film About Life After Tragedy
Rebuilding is a restrained but powerful western drama with a stunning turn from Josh O'Connor as a cowboy who has lost everything after tragedy.
Bunnylovr Review: NYC Camgirl Longs For Connection In Meandering But Impressive Debut From Katarina Zhu
Bunnylovr, about a young NYC camgirl, is a solid debut from writer-director-star Katarina Zhu, but the film pulls back when it should lean in.
Plainclothes Review: Please Give Tom Blyth All The Awards For His Stunning Turn In Anxiety-Driven LGBTQ+ Romantic Thriller
Led by an outstanding Tom Blyth, Plainclothes is a multidimensional romantic thriller that is worth analyzing from every angle.
Ricky Review: An Unflinching & Bracingly Real Drama About One Man's Life Post-Incarceration
Ricky is a powerful drama about the impacts of the American prison system with an achingly vulnerable performance from star Stephan James.