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Gaspar Noé's latest is a deliriously entertaining explosion of cinematic energy. Read More
The idea of losing your best friend might seem like the end of the world, but for Starfish's leading lady it actually is. Read More
Little Woods is, in its entirety, a critique of the troubled American healthcare system, an extremely realist view of poverty, and a discussion of the opioid crisis. Read More
Greta provides a blistering new experience in highbrow exploitation in Isabelle Huppert-led thriller Read More
Gaea Girls is a masterful feat of storytelling in documentary filmmaking. Read More
This week’s episode continues with Quentin’s personal sidebar, the death of his father. Read More
A deep, visually stunning dive into the life and mind of Vincent Van Gogh Read More
Based on the true story of the rise of the Colombian drug cartel, and the tragic involvement of the indigenous people caught in the flames of greed, lust, and power. Read More
Alan Mak returns with a new thriller, the proposed first installment of a new trilogy, but Infernal Affairs this is not; Integrity is a dull exercise, lacking ambition and thrills. Read More
While Todd Strauss-Schulson’s Isn’t it Romantic may not be able to make audiences pine for a love of their own this Valentine’s Day, it does put a semi-realistic twist on the overly-optimistic genre Read More
Han Han's sports comedy is packed with big laughs and draws upon his background as a rally driver to flesh out a routine comeback story with credible and authentic detail. Read More
The Sundance 2019 surprise screener 'Fighting with my Family' is full of heart and great performances. Read More
Liza Mandelup's feature debut, Jawline, distills the most complex concepts about modern-day childhood and a gold-rush teen economy into one fascinating and surprisingly moving human portrait Read More
Though the films are surprisingly downcast this year, each has its own moment to shine through human connection. Read More
Frant Gwo's adaptation of Liu Cixin's short story is the biggest blockbuster of the Chinese New Year box office season, successfully imitating a large swath of Hollywood influences, for good and bad. Read More
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part doesn’t have the same punch or originality as its predecessor, but nevertheless marks another successful entry in the LEGO cinematic universe. Read More
Steven Soderbergh's latest film is electrifyingly current, though careful not to shout about it. Read More
Wes Anderson’s The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou cordially invites you to join the gang on the Belafonte, a deep... Read More
Season One had a shaky start, but season two proves The Dragon Prince is one of the best-animated series around. Read More
A visual success, Alita: Battle Angel is let down by a lack of emotional investment and some clunky exposition. Read More
A film of such startling visual artistry and seriously unsettling ambiguity built between the threads of it's creation that you'll spend just as much time thinking about how the story was told just as much as why. Read More
Dan Gilroy's satirical horror is fittingly incoherent and superficial in its critique on contemporary art. Read More
Superhero movies suck most of the time. They’re usually a special brand of generic that tell paint-by-number wish fulfillment stories... Read More
"Serenity" is a ludicrous ride and it´s 2019´s first so-bad-its-good film. Read More
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World is a pleasing conclusion to the story of Hiccup and Toothless. Read More
It shouldn’t be a surprise that our main cast of characters still don’t know who they are by the end... Read More
The conclusion to Steven Universe season 5 is sweet and satisfying. Read More
Wim Wenders' introspective classic lives up to our high expectations. Read More
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the unkillable Supreme Court Justice, is brought to life in this light and fluffy biopic. Read More
The investigation continues on this week's episode of 'True Detective' Read More
Chris Smith's documentary on the failed Fyre Festival is a tale of caution for anyone who thinks money is interchangeable with expertise. Read More
In Glass, M. Night Shyamalan's latest film, he goes head to head with the idea of "belief". A theme that branches in quite a few directions - the suspension of disbelief, self-doubt, and the smothering of the truth at the hands of naysayers - but at the essence of Shyamalan's answer to Hollywood team-up movies lies muddied waters. Read More
One of Portuguese cinema´s freshest young voices delivers on her first feature with a charming, understated documentary. Read More
Margot Robbie and Saoirse Ronan star in this historical drama with somewhat of an identity crisis. Read More
Italian director Matteo Garrone serves a harsh dose of realism in this Cannes award-winner. Read More
HBO's True Detective is back and with Mahershala Ali at the forefront, it is here to capture audience's imaginations all over again. Read More
60 years after its North American premiere the film still possesses the power to startle and add a comedic weight to its audiences viewing experiences. Read More
If this season marks the end of The Punisher let it be known that Frank Castle went out swinging Read More
A billowing, paradoxical love filled with great sorrow. Read More
The Upside, a remake of the French film The Intouchables, is a typical drama in which the central characters fall easily... Read More
Steven Universe calls for help in Escapism Read More
The tone for Lila Cerullo and Elena Greco’s lifelong friendship is set when they first play with dolls together in... Read More
Abrasive, cranky, and mostly unpleasant, Lee Israel is recognizably human. Lee is not a supervillain and she is also not... Read More
The Biggest Little Farm is an opulent story of our deep connection to the earth and land that surrounds us. Read More
Christian Bale is former Vice President Dick Cheney in yet another incredible transformation. Read More
Steven Universe throws the Diamonds a ball, but everything doesn't go as planned. Read More
The first season of "American Crime Story," based on the trial of the century. It was riveting then and it still resonates now. Read More
With the premiers of Tom Holland, Sony Playstation, & Miles Morales' Spider-Men in recent years, does "The Spectacular Spider-Man" still hold up? Read More
After yet another grueling hiatus with very little news from the Crewniverse, Cartoon Network’s hit show Steven Universe finally returns... Read More
Christina Hodson's script provides a sweet, empathetic rebuke to the relentless toxicity of the previous Transformers films. Read More
Mary Poppins Returns is as charming as its predecessor and brings joy for a new generation Read More
Bird Box should have been an incredibly exciting, sensory, and inventive thriller, but instead, the life slowly drains from it... Read More
Alfonso Caurón's latest achievement is brimming with virtuosic qualities, but it might be too beautiful for its own good. Read More
Matt Damon hosts the Christmas episode of SNL as the show airs its final episode of the year! Read More
Jason Momoa hosts a successful episode of SNL ahead of his upcoming hit Aquaman Read More
Mahersala Ali and Viggo Mortensen hit the road on a tour of the Deep South. Read More
A film that has everything going for it doesn't stick the landing; can Christopher Lee redeem the mediocrity? Read More
The end comes for the Baudelaire children. It has some issues, but closes out strong. Read More
A fun, if a little familiar, holiday special for Sabrina fans. Read More
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is brilliant, full of life, and it is perfect. Read More
A sweet summer song of rebellion and Dolly Parton drag queens. Read More
The new dystopian YA movie is a visual feast marred by a forgettable cast and weak script. Read More
Into the Dark goes psychological in its third entry, providing its best yet. Read More
Moore's first appearance as Bond may be exciting, but it's also different than anything you were expecting. Read More
A gorgeous production with an incredible lead performance from Olivia Cooke. Read More
Claire Foy, star of The Crown, First Man and The Girl in the Spider's Web hosts, along with Anderson .Paak in promotion of his new album Oxnard Read More
Ralph Breaks the Internet, the sequel to the surprise hit Wreck-It Ralph, follows a flurry of cinema that has begun to try to approach talking about the Internet ‘problem’. Read More
Lars von Trier returns with a characteristically morbid film. Read More
Timo Tjahjanto's relentless action gorefest contains some wild fight scenes, but is burdened by a bloated running time. Read More
A marvelous return, just as brilliant and full of purpose. Read More
Timo Tjahjanto's new horror film is somewhat tired in concept, but buoyed by some thrilling camerawork. Read More
Wayne is a fun but flawed YouTube Original with two great leads. Read More
Kurt Russell's straight-talking Santa highlights Netflix's new Christmas tale Read More
Hollywood's latest take on the classic tale is currently in theatres, and you could go watch it, but why? Read More
I had spent the week in Morocco on a very important assignment. I was to wait for my contact, who... Read More
Diamonds are forever, but this movie feels longer. Connery's last official Bond leaves a lot to be desired. Read More
The camera moves and swirls like a vessel of fate itself. It watches over, takes part in, mourns with, and celebrates. Read More
Life is a fickle thing in the Coen brothers bleak new western. Read More
Netflix's place-switching romp is a derivative mix pot of what's come before it Read More
Steve Carell hosted Saturday Night Live this week in promotion of his lead role in Beautiful Boy Read More
Stories within stories, The Romanoffs comes to a close with a more personal and effective story. Read More
MST3K returns with The Gauntlet, a marathon-style nightmare for our heroes to suffer through for our benefit. Read More
An unnecessary and convoluted addition to the Harry Potter universe Read More
Ueda Shinichiro's meta zombie comedy is the most resourceful and ingenious indie film of the year. Read More
