2010s

DIFFERENT FLOWERS: A Realistic Depiction of Sisterly Love and The Importance of Independence
DIFFERENT FLOWERS: A Realistic Depiction Of Sisterly Love

Equal parts funny and realistic, Different Flowers is a wonderful love letter to the Midwest, and the strength of familial love.

BY THE TIME IT GETS DARK: Fulfilling The Possibilities Of Film
BY THE TIME IT GETS DARK: Fulfilling The Possibilities Of Film

By the Time it Gets Dark is a cinematic classic that will beg to be watched, decided and marvelled at, time and time again.

BRIMSTONE: An Epic, Fiery, Violent Mess
BRIMSTONE: An Epic, Fiery, Violent Mess

Brimstone had potential, but it is bogged down by its length and a desire to show an excessive amount of gratuitous violence against women.

IN BETWEEN: Illuminating, Impactful Portrait Of Arab Women
IN BETWEEN: Illuminating, Impactful Portrait Of Arab Women

In Between is a compelling study of Arab women in today’s Tel Aviv that’s delightful and eye-opening in equal measure.

I WAS A DREAMER: We Can All Do Better
I WAS A DREAMER: We Can All Do Better

I Was a Dreamer is a mostly successful biographical film about a man seeking redemption, unique for having its lead character play himself.

LITERALLY, RIGHT BEFORE AARON: An Impressive Romantic Comedy Debut
LITERALLY, RIGHT BEFORE AARON: An Impressive Romantic Comedy Debut

Literally, Right Before Aaron is a hugely entertaining romantic comedy which doesn’t shy away from the awkward realities of real life.

FIRST THEY KILLED MY FATHER: Jolie's Powerful Passion Project
FIRST THEY KILLED MY FATHER: Jolie’s Powerful Passion Project

Directed by Angelina Jolie, First They Killed My Father is a testament to the craft of film to tell heartbreaking, devastating stories.

BEACH RATS: Terrific Film- Just Don't Call It "Moonwhite"
BEACH RATS: Terrific Film- Just Don’t Call It “Moonwhite”

Beach Rats may have a lot of superficial similarities with Moonlight, but director Eliza Hittman’s film is a triumph in its own right.

LUCKY: A Love Letter To The Late, Great Harry Dean Stanton
LUCKY: A Love Letter To The Late, Great Harry Dean Stanton

Lucky is the unfortunate but beautiful swan song of Stanton, one that truly earns the oft overused phrase, “the performance of a lifetime.”

LOGAN LUCKY: This Country-Fried Ocean’s 11 Is Just As Tasty As The Original
LOGAN LUCKY: This Country-Fried Ocean’s 11 Is Just As Tasty As The Original

Steven Soderbergh’s Logan Lucky is one hell of an enjoyable ride that leaves you feeling lucky to have been along

DON'T SLEEP: Tiresome, Yawn-Inducing Horror
DON’T SLEEP: Tiresome, Yawn-Inducing Horror

You’ll find it hard to obey the rules of this film’s title when watching, as even the positive elements can’t stop Don’t Sleep being a slog.

LAST RAMPAGE: Beware! Robert Patrick Is On The Loose
LAST RAMPAGE: Beware! Robert Patrick Is On The Loose

Last Rampage is a gripping crime thriller and a delight for true crime film fans that examines the strong influence and bonds within family.

MOTHER! A Confusing Experience that Is Not To Be Missed
MOTHER!: A Confusing Experience That Is Not To Be Missed

Darren Aronofsky’s Mother! is a unique and confusing experience that will stay with you, long after the film has ended.

THE VILLAINESS: The Action Is First
THE VILLAINESS: The Action Is First

With strong performances and flawless filming, The Villainess briefly losses its identity before concluding with a stunning finish.

THE ATONING: Predictable & Underwhelming

The Atoning is an unoriginal, predictable, and underwhelming independent horror film, nothing you haven’t seen before but done much better.