2010s

WALTER'S WAY: A Short Film The Exams Mortality, Determination and Acceptance
WALTER’S WAY: A Short Film That Exams Mortality, Determination & Acceptance

Walter’s Way depicts a truth we all must face one day – one that cuts deep in the subconscious fear that most of us keep hidden until we are forced to face it.

TRIPLE THREAT: An Enjoyable, If Slight, Flurry Of Martial Arts Mayhem
TRIPLE THREAT: An Enjoyable, If Slight, Flurry Of Martial Arts Mayhem

Though with a generic plot, Triple Threat is a slick, entertaining feature that works best as a showcase for the talents of its three leads.

THE CANNIBAL CLUB: Man Literally Eats Man In This Dark Comedy
THE CANNIBAL CLUB: Man Literally Eats Man In This Dark Comedy

While at times a frustrating watch, The Cannibal Club is an unusual treat for horror fans and a fascinating piece of filmmaking from Guto Parente.

KNIFE + HEART: Wannabe-Edgy, But Ultimately Too Tame French Slasher

Knife + Heart constantly walks the very fine line between a comedy and a true horror. It at times excels at both, but rarely infuses the two into a coherent film.

A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL: Hallelujah! The Series is Over
A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL: Hallelujah! The Series is Over

A Madea Family Funeral is a message we need to hear, but sadly, the Hallelujah’s don’t come until the credits.

SXSW 2019 Horror: LITTLE MONSTERS, TALES FROM THE LODGE And TONE-DEAF
SXSW 2019 Horror: LITTLE MONSTERS, TALES FROM THE LODGE And TONE-DEAF

SXSW 2019 featured some excellent horror films, like Us and Little Monsters, but also lesser ones like Tales from the Lodge and Tone-Deaf.

GLORIA BELL: Julianne Moore Delivers A Dazzling Performance

While Gloria Bell might be almost a carbon copy of 2013’s Gloria, the film demonstrates how much Sebastián Lelio has evolved as a director over the past six years.

THE WHITE CROW: This Is No Black Swan
THE WHITE CROW: This Is No Black Swan

The White Crow boasts an excellent lead performance from Oleg Ivenko, but the central character remains cold and distant throughout.

Glasgow Film Festival 2019 Documentaries: LAST BREATH & ARE YOU PROUD?
Glasgow Film Festival 2019 Documentaries: LAST BREATH & ARE YOU PROUD?

Be it a gripping thriller or a moving and thought-provoking social commentary, when it comes to documentaries the Glasgow Film Festival has you covered.

SORRY ANGEL: A Powerful Look at Love in the Midst of Tragedy
SORRY ANGEL: A Powerful Look At Love Amidst Tragedy

Christophe Honoré’s Sorry Angel is a deceptively complex character study, portraying a tragic relationship without succumbing to miserablism.

TRIPLE FRONTIER: An Uneven Crime Thriller Bolstered By An Excellent Cast
TRIPLE FRONTIER: An Uneven Crime Thriller Bolstered By An Excellent Cast

The film’s attempts at multiple genres may not blend together, but the talented cast and direction by Chandor help raise it above its flaws.

TRADING PAINT: The World of Auto Racing, Only Slower
TRADING PAINT: The World Of Auto Racing, Only Slower

Fast cars. Squealing tires. Roaring engines. Screaming fans — are all nowhere to be found in this dull as dirt car racing snooze-fest.

THE AFTERMATH: A Sizzling Drama Lacking Originality
THE AFTERMATH: A Sizzling Drama Lacking Originality

While groundbreaking or original, The Aftermath is worth seeing for the enticing performances and striking ambience that it establishes.

SXSW Review: BOOKSMART: How is this Olivia Wilde’s Debut?!
SXSW 2019 Review: BOOKSMART: How Is This Olivia Wilde’s Debut?!

Just when I thought coming-of-age fatigue is about to kick in, Booksmart overwhelms with its confident energy and wisdom.

LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS: A New Wave Of Adult Animation
LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS: A New Wave Of Adult Animation

Love, Death & Robots was intended for a very niche audience, and for them it’ll prove a masterfully-crafted acid trip that makes for a cathartic experience.