2010s

KUSO: A Fetish For The Disgusting
KUSO: A Fetish For The Disgusting

Kuso, though visually interesting at times, is ultimately too disgusting to recommend, and seemingly has no purpose behind it.

FUN MOM DINNER: Breezy And Adequate Entertainment
FUN MOM DINNER: Breezy & Adequate Entertainment

Although not a life changing film, let alone a particularly memorable one, Fun Mom Dinner has enough charm to keep you entertained.

THE OTHER SIDE OF HOPE: An Arthouse Immigration Drama That's All Style, No Substance
THE OTHER SIDE OF HOPE: An Arthouse Immigration Drama That’s All Style, No Substance

Kaurismaki’s latest, The Other Side Of Hope, an intriguing take on the immigration crisis, keeps its important subject at arm’s length.

TURN IT AROUND: THE STORY OF EAST BAY PUNK: A Lesson In Punk Rock History On Gilman Street
TURN IT AROUND: THE STORY OF EAST BAY PUNK: A Lesson In Punk Rock History On Gilman Street

Turn It Around is a nostalgia piece for those who lived it, a film for the fans to enjoy and a tribute to the man who set it all in motion.

TO THE BONE: No Hope Found
TO THE BONE: No Hope Found

To this survivor, To The Bone had the chance to inspire understanding of anorexia, but ended up being a disappointment.

PLASTIC PARADISE: It Never Goes Away, So Where Does It Go?
PLASTIC PARADISE: It Never Goes Away, So Where Does It Go?

Plastic Paradise shines a spotlight on the problems that our society has created and its impact on the world in which we live.

FALSE CONFESSIONS: A Terminal Truth

In this version of Marivaux’s play False Confessions there are laughs to be had, but its adaptation to modern day makes it a confusing watch.

FIGHTING BELLE: More Cringeworthy Than Being Left At The Altar

Fighting Belle initially seems to have potential as a unique and inspirational revenge story, but it ultimately feels cringeworthy instead.

STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON: Recreating The History & Grit Of West Coast Hip Hop
STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON: Recreating The History & Grit Of West Coast Hip Hop

Straight Outta Compton brilliantly displays the legendary gangster rap group N.W.A., and masterfully captures their world.

HAPPY HOUR: Modern Leisure
HAPPY HOUR: Leaves No Stone Unturned

Happy Hour excels in every way a narrative film can, leaving no stone unturned in its examination of different aspects of social life.

WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES: The End of Mankind Never Looked So Good
WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES: The End of Mankind Never Looked So Good

War for the Planet of the Apes is a must-see, visually stunning achievement and a satisfying addition to the series.

FAT CAMP: An Uneven Comedy With A Hefty Heart
FAT CAMP: An Uneven Comedy With A Hefty Heart

Fat Camp may be generic in both story and direction, but it has enough charm and heart to make up for some of its shortcomings.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT: Step 1 In The Franchise's Transformation
TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT: Step 1 In The Franchise’s Transformation

Transformers: The Last Knight is a surprisingly engaging film for the franchise, bringing the series in an interesting direction storywise.

The Little Hours: A Catholic's Persepective
THE LITTLE HOURS: A Catholic’s Persepective

The Aubrey Plaza starring comedy The Little Hours has caused controversy in the catholic community – but is it detrimental to the religion?

THE PERSIAN CONNECTION: A Neon-Drenched, Noir-Soaked Thrill Ride
THE PERSIAN CONNECTION: A Neon-Drenched, Noir-Soaked Thrill Ride

The Persian Connection is a bold, tense, and thrilling film, even if its thematic reach just exceeds its grasp.