I Saw the TV Glow isn’t necessarily a film for everyone. Its subtextual themes are likely to resonate with a specific audience—and, unfortunately, I am not part of that group. Despite my wishes, I realize […]
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Kinds of Kindness Review: Yorgos Lanthimos’ Biggest, Most Brilliant Troll
Yorgos Lanthimos is one of the most successful and controversial directors in recent years. He has made many great, though polarizing, films such as The Lobster, Killing of a Sacred Deer, and Poor Things. His […]
Red One Review: Big Stars, Bigger Budget, But No Christmas Magic
I recently had the opportunity to see Hollywood’s newest big-budget action film, Red One. Starring some of the biggest names in action cinema—Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Marvel alum Chris Evans, and other Hollywood A-listers—the film […]
Lars and the Real Girl Review: A Beautiful and Respectful Depiction of Mental Illness
Lars and the Real Girl (2007) is a film that might seem like a silly comedy at first glance. Who wouldn’t laugh at the idea of Ryan Gosling dating a sex doll? I must admit […]
Bones and All Review: A Guilty Pleasure in Dark Comedy’s Sharpest Blade
Anthony Jeselnik celebrates 20 years in stand-up comedy with a world tour and a Netflix special called Bones and All, shot in Milwaukee. For those unfamiliar with Anthony Jeselnik, you’re both lucky and unlucky at […]
BLITZ Review: A Disappointing Recent Outing From A Talented Director
Steve McQueen is one of my favorite directors working today. His direction has always been meticulous and detailed, presenting stories and ideas in a way that takes seen-before concepts and makes them feel new and […]
Wicked Review: A Spellbinding Spectacle That Soars Despite Flaws
Jon M. Chu is no stranger to directing movie adaptations of Broadway musicals. His last feature, In The Heights, was adapted from a Broadway show of the same name. This time, he has turned to […]
The Colors Within Review: A Visually Stunning Tale of Friendship, Despite Its Flaws
Anime lovers, or weebs as they are popularly called, are likely familiar with A Silent Voice, a movie by Naoko Yamada that came out in 2016 and has amassed a huge fan following since then. […]
Look Back: A Poignant Tale of Art, Rivalry, and Heartbreak
There’s a beautiful moment in Look Back where Fujino, a young, skilled artist, meets her rival, Kyomoto. This idea doesn’t sound nearly as sweet to Fujino. She initially enjoys the fleeting satisfaction and pride of […]
Sookshmadarshini Review: Nazriya’s Rear Window
It’s yet another Friday, yet another banger from Malayalam cinema in 2024! Sookshmadarshini, starring Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph, is a proper Hitchcockian thriller directed by MC Jithin. Nazriya Strikes It Big with Sookshmadarshini Nazriya […]