2018

LAS VEGAS LOVE STORIES: Oliver & Michel Gondry's Rapid Romances
LAS VEGAS LOVE STORIES: Olivier & Michel Gondry’s Rapid Romances

Las Vegas Love Stories is a charming homage to falling in love, with each short inventively embellishing six couples falling in love, whether it be literally or figuratively.

WHITE BOY RICK: Lacks The Moxie Of Its Inspiration
WHITE BOY RICK: Lacks The Moxie Of Its Inspiration

The saying goes that the story writes itself, but White Boy Rick shows that even the best tales can be crafted into a boring, listless film.

A SIMPLE FAVOR: Yummy Mummies make an ugly mess
A SIMPLE FAVOR: Not That Sexy, Clever Or Cool

Paul Feig’s latest, A Simple Favor, sees him unshackle himself from his comedy ties – unfortunately, the result is a subpar Gone Girl wannabe.

HOLD THE DARK: Slow Burning Pulp in the Dark Heart of Alaska
HOLD THE DARK: Slow Burning Pulp In The Dark Heart Of Alaska

With some of his most impressively staged set pieces to date, Hold the Dark proves that Jeremy Saulnier is one of the most assured genre filmmakers working today.

DESTINATION WEDDING: This Talent-Filled Ride Turns Bumpy
DESTINATION WEDDING: This Talent-Filled Ride Turns Bumpy

With two likable stars playing unlikable characters, some witty repartee that borders on being too wordy, and an overuse of its finer points, Destination Wedding ends up getting lost in execution.

MAKING MONTGOMERY CLIFT: The Jumbled Up Story Of A Legendary Actor
MAKING MONTGOMERY CLIFT: The Jumbled Up Story Of A Legendary Actor

Making Montgomery Clift reminds us that the legendary actor was a mortal being, fallible but also fiercely independent.

THE LAND OF STEADY HABITS: An Adequate But Unremarkable Offering
THE LAND OF STEADY HABITS: An Adequate But Unremarkable Offering

Due to some finer details, The Land of Steady Habits is not unsatisfying per se, but it also has no staying power.

Who Would Turn Down Tea with the Dames?
TEA WITH THE DAMES: Who Would Turn Down Tea With Atkins, Dench, Smith & Plowright?

Tea With The Dames is a charming documentary, offering the once in a lifetime chance to spend ninety minutes in the company of four iconic actresses.

THE SILENCE OF OTHERS: Momentous Story Must Be Seen On The Big Screen (& Interview With Filmmakers)
THE SILENCE OF OTHERS: Momentous Story Must Be Seen On The Big Screen (& Interview With Filmmakers)

The Silence of Others reveals the struggle of victims of Spain’s 40-year dictatorship under General Franco, who continue to seek justice to this day. We spoke with directors Robert Bahar and Almudena Carracedo.

Is MARA Scary Enough to Keep Us Awake?
MARA: Scary Enough To Keep Us Awake

With a minimal budget, Mara will satisfy an audience that enjoys jitters, with just enough scares that as you leave the theatre you might dread your next bout of sleep paralysis.

THE KING OF THIEVES: Bland British Crime Caper
THE KING OF THIEVES: Bland British Crime Caper

Not bad but rather bland, The King of Thieves is too simply constructed to fully capitalise on its solid cast and compelling true-life crime story.

I AM NOT A WITCH: A Haunting & Humorous Feature Debut

Carried by a flair for dramatic visual and a remarkable lead performance from Mulubwa, I Am Not a Witch is a fierce and undeniably feminist film unlike anything else in cinemas this year.

In Defense of SUMMER OF '84, A Bold Punctuation To The Triteness Of 80’s Nostalgia
In Defense of SUMMER OF ’84, A Bold Punctuation To The Triteness Of 80’s Nostalgia

Summer of ’84 may have been passed over as a cheap Stranger Things knockoff, but there is surprising depth to it if you look beneath the surface.

A FINE WIFE: A Raw Story Of A Family Torn Apart By Mental Illness
A FINE WIFE: A Raw Story Of A Family Torn Apart By Mental Illness

A Fine Wife is an important film and a conversation starter, giving us a raw inside look at mental illness from the point of view of a loving mate.

THE TOYBOX: This Vacation Goes South

The Toybox rises above being completely predictable with some interesting cinematic choices, and the decision to be unapologetically gruesome.