The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes snuck past plenty of casual fans of The Hunger Games when Suzanne Collins’ novel was released in May of 2020. The world may have been too busy dealing with our own world events, but nevertheless, the prequel promised an exciting story that fans had … [Read More]
Coming-of-age teen dramas are exceptional when done right. Uproar takes that genre and adds some very specific elements about the New Zealand indigenous culture of the Maori into its story. How a teenage Maori boy comes to terms with his identity and talent and how to reconcile those elements with … [Read More]
Director Nimród Antal’s Retribution attempts to capitalize on the tension of a high-stakes thriller, featuring Liam Neeson in the lead role as Matt Turner. The film promises a heart-pounding premise: a man forced into a perilous situation by a mysterious caller, where he must follow a series of dangerous tasks … [Read More]
Director Carlos Alonso Ojea’s Killer Book Club presents a chilling narrative that blends horror and suspense, taking audiences on a roller-coaster ride of fear and tension. The film explores the dynamics of friendship amidst a backdrop of terror, unveiling a sinister secret that threatens their lives. While the movie’s gripping … [Read More]
In the realm of speculative cinema, where the mundane blends with the extraordinary, Landscape with Invisible Hand emerges as a thought-provoking exploration of societal shifts and the complexity of young love under alien dominion. Directed by Cory Finley, this film delves into the near-future world painted by M. T. Anderson … [Read More]
Dustin Guy Defa’s The Adults takes a leisurely stroll down the winding paths of family dynamics and nostalgia, weaving a tale that is both heartwarming and bittersweet. With a talented ensemble cast led by Michael Cera, Hannah Gross, and Sophia Lillis, the film immerses us in the complex relationships of … [Read More]
What Comes Around is an immersive thriller that takes audiences on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. The film explores the complexities of a young love affair that gradually morphs into a menacing game of cat and mouse, leaving the audience questioning every character’s motives and true intentions. The talented ensemble … [Read More]
In Spirit of Fear, director Alex Davidson takes viewers on an eerie and enigmatic journey that will leave them gripping their seats in tension and discomfort. The film’s unique ability to evoke such intense emotions with a simple premise is a testament to the director’s skillful execution. With a gripping … [Read More]
Netflix’s latest animated original Nimona is a really cool new movie with a very unique premise. The film has a lot of laughs, great voice acting and a wonderful world that is quite special. While it’s got a lot working for it, there’s not enough to engage an all-ages audience. … [Read More]
Michael J. Fox is an actor that I grew up with for years. And not just me, but America was in love with the boy who went back in time, among other things. Fox’s meteoric rise was followed by tragic heartbreak. Revealing a years-long diagnosis of Parkinson’s, Fox stepped away … [Read More]
Ghosted is the newest Apple TV+ original film with two of the biggest actors working today. The action rom-com stars Chris Evans and Anna de Armas in a subversion of the usual action-comedy tropes. As Evan’s character plays the damsel in distress to de Armas’ slick spy, the movie has … [Read More]
Apple TV+ is really kicking things up a notch with their original film lineup. Their latest, The Greatest Beer Run Ever, is a simple yet engaging adventure movie. Based on a true story, the Zac Efron starring film has a very outrageous premise, told through a simplistic lens. Sometimes to … [Read More]