SXSW FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Relationships are inherently messy. When it’s a long-distance one, it becomes ever increasingly messy. Such is the scenario that unfolds in writer-director Shaun Seneviratne’s Ben and Suzanne, A Reunion in 4 Parts. Ben (Sathya Sridharan) is…
Read moreVery obviously trying to emulate the DIY approach of producers Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, Michael Felker’s lo-fi mind f*ck “Things Will Be Different” is both a fascinating debut and somewhat derivation of the filmmakers’ body of work. Clearly influenced…
Read moreThe Big Picture Dialogue? Samara Weaving doesn’t need no stinking dialogue to absolutely crush a leading action role. If you want blood, there’s no shortage as violence reaches a maximum. It’s a bite-sized doomsday scenario that’s light on background as…
Read moreThe Big Picture The Fall Guy is a loving celebration of cinema, blending action and comedy with a focus on filmmaking and stuntwork. The movie stays rooted in set life while delivering delightful action sequences. The talented cast, impeccable pacing,…
Read moreSXSW FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! One of the last businesses to open after the pandemic ended was theater. Actors spent the most time in their homes worrying about their next paycheck and wondering if they’d ever return to the stage.…
Read moreYo movie lovers, buckle up for a review of the new “Road House.” This ain’t your daddy’s bar brawl flick (although let’s be honest, those were pretty sweet). This revamped #RoadHouse throws some serious punches, hilarious jokes, and a whole…
Read moreLove Lies Bleeding will likely draw comparison to Drive-Away Dolls, albeit for superficial reasons. Both are period pieces, both center on two lesbians who get roped into a crime, and both contain a road trip. Tonally, though, these two films…
Read moreSometimes, it feels like Hollywood took the wrong lessons from the “John Wick” franchise. While many producers have tried to recreate lighting in a bottle by focusing on the aesthetics of the trade—suits and neon lighting everywhere on screen—the real…
Read moreThe Big Picture William Catlett's extraordinary performance sells the parallel point of view, capturing the essence of the story. Director Joseph Cedar recaptures the creepy aura of the first episode, creating a full-circle narrative. The episode's conclusion feels like a…
Read moreThe Big Picture Desert Road is a compelling thriller that transitions from mundane to mystical threats on a deserted California highway. Star Kristine Froseth shines as she embodies a strong and sympathetic heroine in a twisty, genre-hopping story. The film…
Read moreWritten and directed by Geert Heetebrij, The Manifestation is a stylish reality-bending thriller. Admittedly, calling this a thriller is an understatement, as this is a slippery beast to classify. This is because the filmmaker warps the reality established within the movie. A…
Read moreIf you’ve ever wondered what happens when a rich guy’s world gets turned upside down faster than you can flip through your watch collection, then “Switch Up,” the new comedy-drama by Tara Pirnia, might just be your jam. Buckle up,…
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