“Motherland” – This 24 minute 21 second short dealt with a couple–an Iranian man and a girl from Iowa— who are meeting the girl’s in-laws for the first time. The Jasmin Mozaffari film is set against the backdrop of the ...
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Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2 is a testament to the filmmaker’s ability to weave personal morality with systemic dysfunction, delivering a legal thriller that’s as introspective as it is suspenseful. Featuring a nuanced script by Jonathan Abrams and a stellar ensemble ...
“His Mother,” a 13 minute and 39 second short film that is Oscar eligible, stars Jennifer Lawrence look-alike Bethany Anne Lind as the mother of a young man who is threatening violence at his college, Southern Tech. Young Harrison Miller, age ...
Bobby Farrelly’s Dear Santa is a quirky Christmas comedy that dares to blend the holiday spirit with a dose of mischief, courtesy of a diabolically hilarious performance from Jack Black as Satan. With a unique premise, a spirited young lead, ...
Jordan Weiss’ feature directorial debut, Sweethearts, attempts to blend the trials of young adulthood with the complexities of friendship, love, and self-discovery. Featuring Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga as college freshmen navigating their relationships with their high school sweethearts and ...
Stephen Herek’s Our Little Secret delivers a lighthearted holiday-themed romantic comedy with an ensemble cast led by Lindsay Lohan. Co-written by Hailey DeDominicis and featuring a mixture of heartfelt moments, comedic mishaps, and family dynamics, the film fits snugly within ...
David Gordon Green’s Nutcrackers, a comedy-drama starring Ben Stiller, attempts to combine heartfelt family bonding with sharp humor but ultimately fails to deliver on either front. While Stiller’s talent as a seasoned actor brings occasional moments of levity, the film ...
When Moana sailed into theaters in 2016, it captured hearts with its lush animation, vibrant Polynesian culture, and a powerful message about self-discovery. The announcement of a sequel, Moana 2, promised another epic adventure for the titular heroine, this time ...
Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II is a resounding success that breathes new life into the legendary 2000 classic, combining breathtaking spectacle, gripping drama, and a thematic richness that echoes across generations. With a script penned by David Scarpa and bolstered by ...
Spellbound, directed by Vicky Jenson and produced by Skydance Animation, takes viewers into the magical kingdom of Lumbria, a realm torn asunder by a curse that splits the land and transforms its rulers into monstrous versions of themselves. With a ...
Robert Zemeckis‘ Here, based on Richard McGuire‘s acclaimed graphic novel, sets out to explore the passage of time and the impermanence of human life through an audacious narrative structure. With a nonlinear storytelling approach and cutting-edge visual effects, including extensive ...
Amber Sealey’s Out of My Mind, adapted from Sharon M. Draper’s beloved 2010 novel, ventures into deeply emotional and meaningful territory. This coming-of-age drama follows the inspiring story of Melody Brooks, a bright, non-speaking sixth-grader with cerebral palsy, as she ...
