Caillou Pettis is a professional film critic and journalist as well as the author of While You Sleep, The Inspiring World of Horror: The Movies That Influenced Generations, and co-author of Out of Time: True Paranormal Encounters. He has been writing in the entertainment industry for over seven and a half years professionally. Throughout the years, he has written articles for publications including Gold Derby, Exclaim!, CBR, Awards Radar, Awards Watch, Flickering Myth, BRWC, Starburst Magazine, Punch Drunk Critics, Mediaversity Reviews, Vinyl Chapters, Northern Transmissions, and Beats Per Minute.
Movie Reviews
Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Review: A Thrilling Leap Forward

The third entry in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, delivers an exhilarating and emotionally charged adventure that surpasses its predecessors in scope, character depth, and sheer entertainment value. Directed by Jeff Fowler and written by ...
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Anora

Anora Review: A Provocative Exploration of Love, Power, and Class

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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Small Things Like These

Small Things Like These Review: A Quietly Powerful Story

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 ...
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Oh Canada

Oh, Canada Review: Exploring Truth and Legacy

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 ...
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Carry-On

Carry-On Review: A Heart-Pounding Cat-and-Mouse Game

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 ...
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Kraven the Hunter

Kraven the Hunter Review: A Toothless Roar

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 ...
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Dream Productions

Dream Productions Review: A Fun Yet Uneven Return to Riley’s Mind

Pixar Animation Studios returns to the colorful, inventive world of Inside Out with Dream Productions, a four-episode animated miniseries streaming on Disney+. Developed by Mike Jones as an interquel between Inside Out (2015) and its sequel Inside Out 2 (2024), ...
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Queer

Queer Review: A Dive into Obsession and Isolation

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 ...
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Good One

Good One Review: A Quietly Powerful Drama

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 ...