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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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Sister Wives is 2025 Oscar-Eligible Short

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 ...
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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 ...
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A Real Pain

A Real Pain Review: A Delicate Balance Between Humor and Heart

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 ...
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Flow

Flow Review: A Mesmerizing Journey Through Nature

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 ...
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Review of LEE: Kate Winslet’s Mesmerizing Journey Into Chaos

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 ...
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Nightbitch

Nightbitch Review: Barking Up the Right Tree

Marielle Heller’s Nightbitch, adapted from Rachel Yoder’s 2021 novel of the same name, is a daring foray into the surreal territory of magical realism and black comedy. Anchored by a fearless performance from Amy Adams, the film examines the often-overlooked ...