‘Shirley’ Offers Twisted Tale of Perception Versus Reality (FILM REVIEW)
Though not a biopic, Elizabeth Moss brings Shirley Jackson back to life in this horrifying psychological thriller.
‘You Don’t Nomi’ Casts ‘Showgirls’ In A Compelling New Light (FILM REVIEW)
Does Showgirls deserve critical reevaluation? Is it…actually a masterpiece?
‘The High Note’ Charms Despite Its Faults (FILM REVIEW)
Dakota Johnson and Tracee Ellis Ross shine in this go-for-your-dreams romcom.
‘Joan of Arc’ Presents A Cinematically Challenging Portrayal (FILM REVIEW)
Avant-garde filmmaker Bruno Dumont presents a challenging look at the French heroine.
‘The Painter and the Thief’ a Moving Portrait of Friendship and Beauty (FILM REVIEW)
An unlikely friendship sets the stage for one of the most moving films of 2020.
‘How to Build A Girl’ Offers Delightful Journey Down Well-Trod Paths (FILM REVIEW)
Beanie Feldstein charms in this coming of age story.
‘The Wretched’ Showcases All That’s Wrong With Horror Today (FILM REVIEW)
From from bewitching, this indie horror leaves much to be desired.
‘Beastie Boys Story’ Gives Voice to the Wild Times of Rap’s Biggest Trio (FILM REVIEW)
Essential viewing for fans, Beastie Boys Story tells the unfiltered history of the group in their own words.
‘Endings, Beginnings’ Explores Modern Romance (FILM REVIEW)
The complications of modern love are explored in this largely improvisational film.
‘Never Rarely Sometimes Always’ Offers Deeply Affecting Look At Abortion (FILM REVIEW)
Poignant and raw, writer/director Eliza Hittman presents an unflinching look at the realities of abortion in American today.
SXSW FILM REVIEW: ‘My Darling Vivian’ A Stunning Portrait of Vivian Libretto, the First Mrs. Johnny Cash
Often erased from the story, Johnny Cash’s first wife gets her due in this fascinating new doc.
SXSW FILM REVIEW: ‘Make Up’ Presents Fascinating Exploration of Identity
This quiet, genre bending film offers poignant view of self and growing up.
SXSW FILM REVIEW: ‘The Carnivores’ Offers Lo-fi Psychological Romance
This SXSW film explores the horrors of love.
SXSW FILM REVIEW: ‘The Mojo Manifesto’ Offers Exciting Glimpse into Mojo Nixon
The rock and roll legend tells his story in this SXSW documentary.
SXSW FILM REVIEW: ‘TFW No GF’ Looks Inside Incels and Troll Culture
Director Alex Lee Moyer looks inside of troll culture in this SXSW doc.
‘Wendy’ Beautifully Updates ‘Peter Pan’ (FILM REVIEW)
Benh Zeitlin does a beautiful job making you regret growing up.
‘The Banker’ Cashes In on Strength of Performances But Never Pays Dividends (FILM REVIEW)
Its trio of leads delight but ultimately it’s too safe for its own good.
‘The Invisible Man’ Breathes Horrifying New Life Into Old Classic (FILM REVIEW)
The Universal Monsters get their best reboot since…well, ever.
‘The Night Clerk’ Phones It In On the Job (FILM REVIEW)
This by the numbers thriller never manages to gain traction.
