LOCARNO FILM FESTIVAL 2023 REVIEW! Writer-director Bob Byington’s Lousy Carter tells the story of an irrational, hopeless, and borderline narcissist who, in creative irony, is named Lousy. Literature professor Lousy Carter (David Krumholtz) is rude, unsparing, unreasonably sardonic, and evidently self-centered. But…
Read moreSummary Jackdaw is a simple yet intense thriller with gritty cinematography and well-developed characters, making it a riveting watch. Oliver Jackson-Cohen delivers a nuanced and emotionally vulnerable performance as the titular character, adding depth to the gripping tale. The film's…
Read moreRyan’s sister Becki has disappeared while playing a viral phenomenon known as The Elevator Game. He becomes an intern for a group of YouTubers with a channel dedicated to the supernatural. When their producer Kevin announces that their sponsor is…
Read moreAs a punk-infused journey of existential dread, writer-director Avan Jogia’s Door Mouse exists as a uniquely singular experience — leaning on fantastic editing and production design to tell a neo-noir story centered around murder and mayhem. Oh, and there are body-snatching secret…
Read moreSaw X weaves a complex tapestry of suspense, redemption, and betrayal, marking a riveting addition to the iconic horror franchise. Directed and edited by Kevin Greutert, and penned by the talented duo of Josh Stolberg and Peter Goldfinger, this installment…
Read moreSummary PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie focuses on Skye, giving the story a personal slant and emotional payoff that helps ramp up the tension. Taraji P. Henson is the standout as Victoria Vance, nailing the theatricality of her character and…
Read moreAfter an incredible Saw X London premiere I had to see the film again but in a different format, but I kind of wish I hadn’t. Here’s my Saw X 4DX review. Hoping for a miraculous cure, John Kramer travels…
Read moreOne won’t look at bowling the same way after Saturn Bowling. French director Patricia Mazuy’s exploration of predatory behavior is about as dour as they come, and nowadays, one would be hard-pressed to find material as dark as what one will…
Read moreThe Re-Education of Molly Singer, directed by Andy Palmer, attempts to blend the familiar tropes of college comedy with the story of personal redemption. Starring Britt Robertson as the titular character, the film promises a quirky journey of self-discovery and…
Read moreSummary "Saw X" brings back Tobin Bell as Jigsaw in its bloodiest and most personal installment yet, proving there is still life in this franchise. The movie explores a fresh narrative centered around John Kramer's battle with cancer, allowing audiences…
Read moreDeliver Us, directed by Lee Roy Kunz and Cru Ennis, is a unique exploration of faith, prophecy, and the battle between good and evil. Set against the backdrop of a remote convent, the film delves into the complex narrative of…
Read moreWriter-director Darren Bender’s eerie romantic thriller Ferryman combines emotional trauma with bizarre circumstances. It follows two young lovers, Ash (Oliver Lee) and Eve (Carli Fish), who are knowingly destined for a tragic ending together. Still, the two try to defy the odds…
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