Sean Baker returns to the director’s chair with Anora, a comedy-drama that delves into the clash of cultures, socioeconomic divides, and human frailty with his trademark rawness and empathy. Powered by Mikey Madison’s stellar lead performance, the film tackles its ambitious ...
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Tim Mielants’ Small Things Like These, an adaptation of Claire Keegan’s acclaimed 2021 novel, is a restrained yet profoundly moving historical drama that unflinchingly examines the dark legacy of Ireland’s Magdalene Laundries. Led by a quietly stunning performance from Cillian ...
Paul Schrader’s Oh, Canada stands as a poignant rumination on truth, legacy, and the complexities of self-mythologizing. Adapted from Russell Banks’ 2021 novel Foregone, the film reunites Schrader with Richard Gere, delivering a stark and unflinching portrait of a man ...
Few action thrillers manage to balance high-stakes tension with genuine character development, but Jaume Collet-Serra‘s Carry-On delivers on both fronts. From its opening moments, the narrative plunges viewers into a nerve-wracking scenario that unfolds with relentless urgency. Anchored by a stellar performance ...
Superhero films often carry the weight of introducing audiences to complex characters while balancing spectacle with meaningful storytelling. Sony’s Kraven the Hunter, the sixth installment in the Spider-Man Universe (SSU), attempts to delve into the psyche of Sergei Kravinoff, exploring ...
Luca Guadagnino‘s Queer attempts to translate the complex layers of William S. Burroughs‘ 1985 novella into a visually striking period romantic drama. The film immerses us in 1950s Mexico City, a time and place alive with color and chaos, yet ...
In the short film “Sister Wives” Director/Star Louisa Connolly-Burnham plays Kaidence, the wife of a polygamous husband (Mormon) who must welcome a new wife, 19-year-old Galilee, into her home. Mia McKenna-Bruce plays Galilee. This is actually streaming on Channel 14, which, I ...
Good One is a compelling directorial debut from India Donaldson that delves into the intricacies of family dynamics, personal growth, and the unspoken tensions that often linger in shared silences. With an intimate setting, a minimalist narrative approach, and deeply ...
The War of the Rohirrim takes us back to Middle-earth, but this time, it’s animated. While this stylistic shift might initially feel jarring for fans of the live-action Lord of the Rings films, the movie carves out its own niche ...
A Real Pain, directed by Jesse Eisenberg, is a poignant comedy-drama that explores the complexities of family, heritage, and self-discovery with wit and emotional depth. Written, directed, and produced by Eisenberg, the film marks an impressive entry into the realm of ...
Gints Zilbalodis’ Flow is a visually stunning animated adventure fantasy that masterfully combines a simple narrative with breathtaking artistry and profound themes. Co-written by Zilbalodis and Matīss Kaža, the film immerses audiences in a world where animals embark on an ...
If you thought Kate Winslet couldn’t wow us any further, think again. In Lee, she doesn’t just act; she devours the screen, playing wartime photographer Lee Miller with equal parts vulnerability and ferocity. Directed with a painter’s touch, this film ...
