2010s

BACK TO THE FATHERLAND: A Shallow Glimpse At Deep Topics
BACK TO THE FATHERLAND: A Shallow Glimpse At Deep Topics

Back to the Fatherland looks at Israelis who have moved to Austria despite the historical hardships. Intriguing, yet the execution doesn’t do it justice.

BITE ME: An Edgy Addition To The Rom-Com Genre
BITE ME: An Edgy Addition To The Rom-Com Genre

With the strength in its original script and performances, Bite Me is an incredibly refreshing rom-com that has a lot to say about today’s world.

30 FOR 30: THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE HUNGRY: You'll Want to Throw Up and That's Bad
30 FOR 30: THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE HUNGRY: You’ll Want To Throw Up & That’s Bad

The Good, The Bad, The Hungry looks deep into the world of professional earring and how hot dog eating feels like the height of campy fun.

TRACKS: This Tedious Rom Com Leaves Bad Traces Behind
TRACKS: Tedious Rom Com Leaves Bad Traces Behind

Tracks is a rather tedious ride that doesn’t possess any of the characteristics a rom com should have in order to soar.

ANIMA: Paul Thomas Anderson's Striking Visualisation of Thom Yorke's Music
ANIMA: Paul Thomas Anderson’s Striking Visualisation Of Thom Yorke’s Music

Anima visualises and synthesises Thom Yorke’s perennial themes of the political and personal in an arresting, touching – and somewhat surprising – way.

SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME: Far More Than Just Fun
SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME: Far More Than Just Fun

Spider-Man: Far From Home has all the right stuff, tinkering with the superhero formula and reshaping what we’ve come to expect.

THE SPANISH PRINCESS (S1E7) "All is Lost": Desperate Times
THE SPANISH PRINCESS (S1E7) “All Is Lost”: Desperate Times

Episode 7 of The Spanish Princess ups the ante with more death, ambition and romance. Katy Kostakis reviews.

THREE PEAKS: A Chilling Take On Budding Families
THREE PEAKS: A Chilling Take On Budding Families

Three Peaks transforms the emotional labor of building a family, slowly building to a conclusion that feels both inevitable and horrifying.

THE REFUGE: Keith Sutliff's Heist Thriller Gets The Job Partially Done
THE REFUGE: Keith Sutliff’s Heist Thriller Gets The Job Partially Done

The Refuge keeps patient viewers hooked and film lovers invested by maintaining a harsh and eye-catching atmosphere and storytelling angle.

IN REALITY: A Relatable Autobiography Of A Friend-Zoned Woman
IN REALITY: A Relatable Autobiography Of A Friend-Zoned Woman

In Reality might not fully pass The Bechdel Test, but it’s a fun exploration of dating life and Ann Lupo’s filmmaking skills. Tuesday Blue reviews.

PAUSE: A Soul-Crushing Lead Performance Towers Over Misery
PAUSE: A Soul-Crushing Lead Performance Towers Over Misery

Pause examines the life of a woman trapped in an unhappy marriage, played with gusto by Stella Fyrogeni. Aaron Berry reviews.

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2: A Fluffy Filler Sequel
THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2: A Fluffy Filler Sequel

The Secret Life of Pets 2 is fine enough sequel, but never really explores all its potential. Debbie Lawrie reviews.

MIDSOMMAR: Folk Horror as Folk Art
MIDSOMMAR: Folk Horror As Folk Art

A film that is not enjoyed so much as processed, Midsommar is a rare experience that is not to be missed. That being said, you absolutely cannot skip it.

THE RAFT: A Clever Subversion of Expectations
THE RAFT: A Clever Subversion Of Expectations

The Raft is a rare documentary which aims to offer closure to its subjects, making it a rewarding watch. Hayden Cornmell reviews.

GENTLEMAN JACK Season 1: A Cozy Romance Worth Falling For
GENTLEMAN JACK Season 1: A Cozy Romance Worth Falling For

The first season of Gentleman Jack is a largely amiable watch, putting a character we’ve not seen before in a series that feels quaintly familiar.