Queerly Ever After #7: SILENT YOUTH (2012) Part 1
Queerly Ever After #7: SILENT YOUTH (2012) Part 1

Ever week, we take a look at an LGBTQ+ film that gave their characters a romantic happily-ever-after. This week: the German film Silent Youth.

Melbourne International Film Festival 2019: Best Shorts Awards
Melbourne International Film Festival 2019 Week 3 Report: PARTICLES, SOMETHING ELSE & IRON FISTS AND KUNG FU KICKS

Alex Lines reports from Melbourne International Film Festival and reviews three more films: Particles, Something Else and Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks.

GOOD BOYS: The New Generation's Coming Of Age Comedy
GOOD BOYS: The New Generation’s Coming Of Age Comedy

It’s absurd and outrageous, and although sometimes that doesn’t work in favor of the jokes, Good Boys triumphs as a sweet coming-of-age story.

QUEEN & SLIM Trailer
QUEEN & SLIM Trailer

A couple’s first date takes an unexpected turn when a police officer pulls them over. Queen & Slim is directed by Melina Matsoukas.

THE BOYS (S1E4) “The Female of the Species”: She Ain’t No Spice Girl

Coming off the heels of an episode that re-shaped The Boys’ narrative for the better, “The Female of the Species” is another strong hour of television.

Video Dispatches: WAGON MASTER, MA & THE REFLECTING SKIN
Video Dispatches: WAGON MASTER, MA & THE REFLECTING SKIN

In this week’s Video Dispatches, we cover the home video releases of Ma (2019), The Reflecting Skin (1990) and Wagon Master (1950).

Director Shawn Ku Has A SCORE TO SETTLE
Director Shawn Ku Has A SCORE TO SETTLE

Jim Dixon spoke with director Shawn Ku about his latest film A Score to Settle, working with Nicolas Cage, regret and revenge and what the future holds next.

THE MOUNTAIN: An Odyssey Of Discomfort
THE MOUNTAIN: An Odyssey Of Discomfort

At once a period piece and a coming-of-age odyssey wrapped around a bizarre narrative about an antiquated medical treatment, The Mountain is Alverson’s finest film.

Interview with Camille Hollett-French, actress, writer and director of HER STORY (IN THREE PARTS)
Interview With Camille Hollett-French, Star, Writer & Director Of HER STORY (IN THREE PARTS)

Kristy Strouse spoke with star, writer and director Camille Hollett-French about the creation of her three Her Story short films, her background and the inspirations that drive her.

ONE CHILD NATION: Documentary Filmmaking At Its Most Effective
ONE CHILD NATION: Documentary Filmmaking At Its Most Effective

One Child Nation is, without doubt, a criticism on blind acceptance of nationalism. In this way, it is an incredibly timely piece that absolutely must be seen.

UNSEEN Poster Art & Trailer Exclusive First Look

In Unseen, best friends come across a legitimate-looking modeling contest on social media, only to be tricked into a dangerous scam.

The Stereotype-Shattering Insights of FOR SAMA
The Stereotype-Shattering Insights Of FOR SAMA

Through a woman’s point of view and an unconventional definition of politics, For Sama proves more powerful and significant than many of its peers.

UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization
UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization

Although an interesting snapshot of a mysterious figure, Unmasking Jihadi John lacks enough insight into either Emwazi or ISIS to make it a comprehensive guide on either topic.

BRIAN BANKS: A Fumbled Take On An Incredible Story
BRIAN BANKS: A Fumbled Take On An Incredible Story

Brian Banks tries so hard to be deep and meaningful that it ends up falling flat and feeling corny.

TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID: A Haunting Tale of Childhood Lost And Found
TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID: A Haunting Tale Of Childhood Lost & Found

Tigers Are Not Afraid is a standout film beneath the phantasmagorical flourishes is a story that is all too grounded in reality.