Hanging Gardens (Janain mualaqa) Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Hanging Gardens (Janain mualaqa) is the feature-length debut of writer-director Ahmed Yassin Aldaradji. The drama, set in Baghdad’s dumps, was co-written with Margaret Glover. These trash dunes, locally referred to as the hanging gardens, play home to the poverty-stricken who eke…
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The Killer Review: A Skillful Dance of Action and Morality
David Fincher‘s The Killer is a gripping action thriller that not only showcases the director’s penchant for intense storytelling but also offers a fresh take on the hitman genre. With a stellar performance by Michael Fassbender in the title role…
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Neptune Frost Featured, Reviews Film Threat
AWARD THIS! 2023 NOMINEE! Prepare for your head to eat itself as you watch the cult masterpiece Neptune Frost by directors Saul Williams and Anisia Uzeyman. Written by beloved poet Williams, the movie’s set in near future Rwanda, where Matalusa (Bertrand Ninteretse “Kaya…
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When Evil Lurks Review: A Darkly Disturbing Supernatural Horror
Demián Rugna‘s When Evil Lurks delves deep into the realms of psychological horror, weaving a chilling narrative that seamlessly blends the supernatural with the psychological. This international co-production between Argentina and the United States offers a unique take on the…
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Slick But Soulless Production Still Appeals To Kids
Summary The central theme of Trolls Band Together is the importance of family, which is portrayed in a not-so-subtle manner throughout the movie. While the animation and new character designs are visually appealing, the movie lacks creativity and fails to…
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Big Easy Queens Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Big Easy Queens is a knowingly absurd and fun piece of camp from writer Robert Leleux and director Erynn Dalton. It mostly operates as a comedy as it mixes elements of mob thrillers, zombie horror, and musicals together. Dalton’s film…
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Sheltered Featured, Reviews Film Threat
In Daniel Jamal Judson’s short film, Sheltered, Tim Johnson plays Caleb, a homeschooled high-schooler doing God’s work serving meals at a soup kitchen. Throughout the tale, we hear Caleb’s thoughts about how God is going to do great things through…
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The Persian Version Review: A Decent Exploration of Culture Clash
The Persian Version, directed and written by Maryam Keshavarz, presents a compelling narrative centered around the intricacies of cultural identity, family dynamics, and personal growth. Starring Layla Mohammadi as Leila, Niousha Noor as Shireen, and Bijan Daneshmand as Ali Reza…
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The Island of Siren Head Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Simple, yet complex, are the two words that come to mind after watching Anthony de Lioncourt’s short horror, sci-fi mystery, The Island of Siren Head. Our tale opens with a disabled veteran, Orson (Dillon John Collins), and veterinarian, Kimmy (Jordan…
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‘Your Lucky Day’ Review — Angus Cloud Is Magnetic in One of His Final Films
The Big Picture Your Lucky Day showcases the late Angus Cloud's talent and ability to command a scene, making it a bittersweet gift for fans of his work. The film's premise revolves around a deadly heist that explores themes of…
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The Daphne Project Featured, Reviews Film Threat
AWARD THIS! 2023 NOMINEE! For us mature folks, it’s easy to poke fun at Millenials… and worse, the theater community. Zora Iman Crew and Alec Tibaldi find a way to not only satirize them but strangely uplift both as well in…
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Aankh Micholi (2023): A Box-Office Joke!
It’s time for some “Peak-a-bore”! When you have lots of money and need to spend it, you may consider making a flop film. That’s how “Aankh Micholi”, translated as “Hide and Seek”, originated. This so-called “comical family drama” seems to…
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