Reviews encompassing a wide range of movies from Hollywood blockbusters to independent features.

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Skincare

Skincare Review: Peeling Back Layers of Suspense

Austin Peters’ directorial debut Skincare promises to delve into the often glossy world of high-end aesthetics, blending elements of suspense, psychological intrigue, and biting satire on modern vanity. Anchored by a well-rounded cast led by Elizabeth Banks, the film explores ...
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Transformers One

Transformers One Review: A Thrilling Return to Cybertron’s Origins

Josh Cooley’s Transformers One reignites the spark of the Transformers franchise by returning to its roots—literally and figuratively—with a highly engaging animated film that explores the early days of Optimus Prime and Megatron. The film is an ambitious origin story, ...
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Devo

“DEVO” Documentary Opens 55th Nashville Film Festival on 9/19/2024

On the opening night of the 55th Nashville Film Festival on September 19, 2024, “DEVO,” a documentary about the 80s band directed by Chad Smith, was screened. The documentary premiered originally on January 21, 2024 at Sundance. DEVO, the band,  formed ...
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Creeping Death

Creeping Death Review: A Flawed Celtic Horror Outing

Matt Sampere‘s Creeping Death offers an intriguing premise, drawing upon Celtic mythology to infuse its supernatural horror narrative. The idea of an ancient spirit being unleashed on Halloween night, terrorizing a group of unwitting teens, has all the potential to ...
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Cuckoo

Cuckoo Review: A Visceral Descent into Terror with Mixed Results

Tilman Singer’s Cuckoo is a visually arresting and thematically ambitious horror film that attempts to weave psychological dread, body horror, and folklore into a compelling narrative. With a cast led by the enigmatic Hunter Schafer, the film ventures into the ...
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SPEAK NO EVIL

Speak No Evil Review: Blumhouse Is Finally Back To Greatness

James Watkins’ Speak No Evil, a remake of the 2022 Danish film of the same name, offers a chilling exploration of human behavior under extreme psychological duress. With a stellar cast led by James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, and Aisling Franciosi, ...
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Rebel Ridge

Rebel Ridge Review: A Brutal Ride Through Corruption

Jeremy Saulnier’s latest offering, Rebel Ridge, is a tense and visceral crime action thriller that cements his reputation as a director unafraid to delve into the darker aspects of human nature and systemic corruption. The film, starring Aaron Pierre as ...
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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Review: A Darkly Hilarious Return

Tim Burton’s long-anticipated sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, is a masterful blend of dark fantasy, horror, and comedy that captures the anarchic spirit of the original while offering a fresh narrative that thrills from start to finish. The return to the bizarre ...
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Didi

Didi Review: A Resonant Journey Through Adolescence

In his directorial debut, Sean Wang presents a heartfelt and resonant coming-of-age comedy-drama in Didi. Set in the culturally rich and complex backdrop of Fremont, California, the film explores the nuances of adolescence, family dynamics, and identity through the lens ...
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Borderlands (2024).

Borderlands Review: Fails To Capture The Game’s Spirit

Eli Roth’s Borderlands, a science fiction action-comedy adapted from the popular video game series, arrives with high expectations, given its star-studded cast and the rich world of Pandora that the games have established. Unfortunately, the film stumbles in its attempt ...
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Afraid (2024).

Afraid Review: Blumhouse’s Bad Streak Continues

Chris Weitz‘s Afraid aims to be a chilling exploration of technology’s invasive potential, but it ultimately falls flat, resulting in a lackluster film that fails to deliver on its sci-fi horror promises. With a star-studded cast including John Cho, Katherine ...