‘Infinite Summer’ Review – This Sci-Fi Horror Is Unmissable
The Big Picture Infinite Summer is a must-see work of sci-fi. The film explores youth, sexuality, and friendships with surreal and enigmatic plot twists. Despite unanswered questions, the film brilliantly mixes surrealism with themes of self-acceptance and adulthood. Mindfulness, the…
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Corpse Fishing Featured, Reviews Film Threat
HOLLYSHORTS FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! In Jean Liu’s short film Corpse Fishing, Yan (Harmonie He) is a very young woman, alone in life after her father goes missing. She earns a living running a beach karaoke night, but her business…
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‘Mash Ville’ Review – This Action-Comedy Is Coen Brothers Meets Tarantino
The Big Picture Hwang Wook’s ensemble action-comedy bubbles with boozy Coen brothers influences. It’s humorous, deadly, and packed with character. There’s a roll-with-the-punches vibe you’ll need to appreciate, otherwise the film has the potential to leave you behind. Hwang Wook’s…
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Justin Baldoni’s Acting & Directing Saves This Hazy, Flimsy Adaptation
Summary Lively and Baldoni give great performances, creating captivating chemistry on screen. Baldoni realistically tackles sensitive topics, encouraging viewers to look for signs of abuse. The film prioritizes romance over important commentary, ultimately falling short in its execution. For his…
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In Her Name Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Canadian actress turned filmmaker Sarah Carter presents her debut feature, In Her Name, a black-and-white art drama/comedy. She wrote, directed, and produced the story of two estranged sisters forced to confront the past and each other as they come together…
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Hunter Schafer Can’t Escape A Not-So-Scary Thriller That’s For The Birds
Strange things are happening in the German Alps. Well, at least in the hills centered around a non-descript summer resort in said Alps. There is a peculiar figure running around the woods. Women are throwing up uncontrollably in the gift…
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Fast-Paced Video Game Fare That Could Benefit From Taking A Breather
Summary Cate Blanchett's portrayal of Lilith in Borderlands is pitch-perfect, balancing badassery with vulnerability in later scenes. Jack Black delivers comedic gold as Claptrap, adding fun to the ensemble. While the world-building is easy to follow, supporting cast members lack…
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‘The Umbrella Academy’ Season 4 Review
Editor's Note: The below review contains spoilers for Season 4 of The Umbrella Academy. The Big Picture Season 4 of The Umbrella Academy neglects what makes it great, focusing on a lackluster storyline with little closure. Characters are paired up…
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‘Borderlands’ Review – This Video Game Adaptation Is a Fun But Bumpy Claptrap
The Big Picture Some standout performances by Ariana Greenblatt, Jack Black, and Jamie Lee Curtis elevate Borderlands , but the ensemble is far too bloated. Strong fight choreography and vivid settings provide solid action and adventure scenes. Rushed plotlines and…
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The Cigarette Featured, Reviews Film Threat
The surgeon general has issued a warning for severe chills after watching the barnstorming blood-shedder The Cigarette, directed by subterranean cinema veteran Zachary Snygg. Lead actress Jasmin Flores conceived the story for the movie and co-wrote the screenplay with Snygg.…
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The Day the War Changed Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Turning Points: The Day the War Changed is a documentary short by Michael A. Dorosh that takes us to the Summer of 1944 when three campaigns were fought simultaneously to change the tide of the war. The first campaign was…
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Scab Vendor Review: Gritty and Unapologetic
About 20 minutes into watching Scab Vendor you just realise how gritty and unapologetic it is as this give no f**ks documentary tells the story of this rebellious tattoo artist. Johnny Depp, Iggy Pop, Jim Jarmusch, Eugene Hutz (frontman of…
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