‘Good One’ Review — You’ll Either Want to Call Your Dad or Strangle Him
The Big Picture Lily Collias delivers an outstanding leading performance in Good One that is both confident and assured. Writer-director India Donaldson strikes a delicate balance between capturing the beauty of the setting and a growing dread. The cinemotography by…
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‘Expats’ Review — Lulu Wang’s Ambitious Series Is Best When She’s in Full Control
The Big Picture The fifth episode of Expats showcases the ambitious potential of the series. Nicole Kidman delivers a strong performance as a mother grieving the loss of her son. The show falls short in making the audience care about…
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Maisy Stella Shines In This Genre-Breaking Coming Of Age Comedy
PARK CITY – Coming up with a new twist for a teen movie ain’t easy. There have been so many over the decades that someone has likely already tried it. That’s why director and screenwriter Megan Park deserves mad props…
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Jenni Featured, Reviews Film Threat
SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! The brainchild of Stéphane Grasso, Migrant Sea is an online multimedia project. It seeks to highlight the people, places, and situations relevant to African Migrants when they cross the Mediterranean less than legally to Italy. This…
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‘In a Violent Nature’ Review — Eat Your Heart Out, Jason Voorhees
The Big Picture In a Violent Nature is a unique and gruesome horror film. The film's formal approach and creative kills set it apart, with a focus on the killer and visceral moments. While it may be exhausting for some,…
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Melissa Barrera & Tommy Dewey Are A Perfect Pair In Dazzling Horror Rom-Com
Summary Your Monster is a genre-defying romantic comedy that blends romance, comedy, drama, and horror in a whimsically delightful way. The film captures the complexity of a woman scorned while still maintaining a light-hearted and magical tone. Melissa Barrera and…
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Warchief Review: An Ambitious Film With Glaring Weaknesses
Warchief, directed and written by Stuart Brennan, attempts to masterfully blend elements of action, drama, fantasy, and ancient-world lore into a compelling, intense film. Its ambitious premise – that of guardians shepherding a crucial messenger across treacherous terrains battling everything…
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‘Dig! XX’ Review — One of the Greatest Rock Docs Ever Gets Even Weirder
The Big Picture The clash between The Dandy Warhols and The Brian Jonestown Massacre remains compelling in DIG! XX. The new footage provides a deeper look into Anton Newcombe and his destructive behaviors. The additional narration doesn't contribute much to…
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Kieran Culkin Is Superb In Jesse Eisenberg’s Funny & Moving Dramedy [Sundance]
PARK CITY – There are multiple meanings to the title of Jesse Eisenberg’s latest directorial effort, “A Real Pain.” There is the pain that cousins Benji Kaplan (Eisenberg) and David Kaplan (Kieran Culkin) are experiencing over the passing of their…
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Broken Layers Featured, Reviews Film Threat
As depicted in Niccolo Rolim’s short film, Broken Layers, a vast majority of Americans are like an onion—layered. For those descended from immigrants, we are comprised of many different cultures and identities, but we find it difficult to call one…
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A Modern Dive Into an Ancient Taboo
The Big Picture Sebastian explores the complexities of identity and the relationship between different generations of queer people. The film fails to deliver on its intriguing premise due to a weak protagonist. Sebastian shies away from its strongest storyline, leaving…
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Justice Smith’s Emotional Performance Elevates Coming-of-Age Horror Mystery
Summary I Saw the TV Glow is a horror film that explores the impact of childhood TV show obsessions and identity struggle on impressionable teenagers. The film delves into the uncertainties and doubts that arise when consuming media and how…
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