SHARP OBJECTS “Falling” (S1E7): It’s Been Worth The Slow-Burn

In “Falling”, Sharp Objects becomes its strongest self, maintaining the fervent atmosphere, visual detail and world-class performances.

TUCKED: A Slice Of Life Smeared With Glitter, Laughter & Tears

It might focus on a man with cancer, but Tucked remains resolutely upbeat in its belief that true happiness can only be found when we are true to ourselves.

BRIJ MOHAN AMAR RAHE: A Mean-spirited, Semi-Entertaining Black Comedy

Though Brij Mohan Amar Rahe may be funny and entertaining at points, it mostly comes across as unpleasant to watch and unintentionally muddled.

RONNIE COLEMAN: THE KING: Bodybuilder Biopic Has Weight

Seeing a successful bodybuilder physically breaking apart toes the line towards Ronnie Coleman: the King being a cautionary tale, but it’s ultimately saved by the view of his private life.

JULIET, NAKED: A Luke Warm But Serviceable Romantic Dramedy
JULIET, NAKED: A Lukewarm But Serviceable Romantic Dramedy

There’s plenty about Juliet, Naked that isn’t ideal, but it is cozy and predominantly feel-good.

HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL: Heart Is In The Right Place
HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL: Heart In The Right Place

Hope Springs Eternal deals with depressing subject matter – but does so with a sweetness that’s touching and entertaining.

POPE FRANCIS: A MAN OF HIS WORD: Wim Wenders Wastes A Fascinating Journey
POPE FRANCIS: A MAN OF HIS WORD: Wim Wenders Wastes A Fascinating Journey

Pope Francis: A Man of His Word is a solidly crafted portrait of the Pope with the occasional breathtaking moment, but lacking any new information.

JOHN McENROE: IN THE REALM OF PERFECTION: Art-house Analysis of a Tennis Great
JOHN McENROE: IN THE REALM OF PERFECTION: Art-house Analysis Of A Tennis Great

Less a documentary, more an arthouse examination of a tennis great, Julien Faraut’s John McEnroe: In The Realm Of Perfection is a true original.

MAD TO BE NORMAL: A Revolutionary Subject Forced Into An Unpleasant Biopic
MAD TO BE NORMAL: A Revolutionary Subject Forced Into An Unpleasant Biopic

Mad To Be Normal should have been a film vibrating with R.D. Laing’s unique energy, but ends up being unfortunately unengaging.

THE SWAN: A Surreal Journey Down The Rabbit Hole Of Adulthood
THE SWAN: A Surreal Journey Down The Rabbit Hole Of Adulthood

In the sea of stellar coming-of-age films that have recently been released, The Swan’s beautiful blend of human drama and magical realism is still unique enough to stand out.

OUR HOUSE: Unassuming Horror is in the Middle of the Road Territory
OUR HOUSE: Unassuming Horror Is In The Middle Of The Road Territory

Lacking the dirsired jump scares and trust in itself, Our House is a film that will now be stuck in limbo, too tame for modern horror audiences and not emotionally satisfying enough for others.

LIKE FATHER: Surprisingly Effective Father-Daughter Journey
LIKE FATHER: Surprisingly Effective Father-Daughter Journey

Like Father is not a radical or subversive family comedy, but the cast has good chemistry and the big, tear-jerking moments make an impact.

MIFF 2018: I Used to be Normal: A Boyband Fangirl Story
MIFF 2018 Review: I USED TO BE NORMAL: A Boyband Fangirl Story

I Used to Be Normal is a heartwarming reaffirmation of the power of fandom, a heartwarming, non-judgemental documentary that’s not just for boyband fans.

CASTLE ROCK "Filter" (S1E6): More Buildup Than Payoff
CASTLE ROCK “Filter” (S1E6): More Buildup Than Payoff

Castle Rock’s Filter is an impeccably scored episode, with enamoring performances by Spacek and Holland, that level out the grooves this mixed bag left behind.

DARK TOURIST: Exploring What It Means To Travel (& Interview With David Farrier)
DARK TOURIST: Exploring What It Means To Travel (& Interview With David Farrier)

Dark Tourist transcends its genre and explores what it actually means to travel, making for one of the most remarkable and profound travel shows ever made.