2019

THE WARRIOR QUEEN OF JHANSI: A Flawed But Surprising Endeavor
THE WARRIOR QUEEN OF JHANSI: A Flawed But Surprising Endeavor

The Warrior Queen of Jhansi displays well the difficult position of Ranibai of Jhansi, with a respect for her cleverness and leadership while acknowledging her faults and mistakes.

IN FABRIC: The Devil Is A New Dress In Beautifully Sleazy Horror
IN FABRIC: The Devil Is A New Dress In Beautifully Sleazy Horror

Anyone disappointed in what the remake of Suspiria came out to be would be remiss to pass up In Fabric.

BLACK CHRISTMAS: Smashes The Patriarchy With Strong Women
BLACK CHRISTMAS: Smashes The Patriarchy With Strong Women

Black Christmas is angry, terrifying, empowering even – all that surrounded with the threatening notes of holiday songs playing in the background and a stalker out to get you.

MRS. FLETCHER: A Thoughtful And Liberating Dual Coming Af Age Dramedy
MRS. FLETCHER Mini-Series: A Thoughtful & Liberating Dual Coming-Of-Age Dramedy

Mrs. Fletcher is a wholesome experience that provides an empowering journey about the complexity of being human.

A HIDDEN LIFE: Malick's Political & Moral Prayer
A HIDDEN LIFE: Malick’s Political & Moral Prayer

Just as A Hidden Life is arguably Malick’s most directly religious film, it is also his most directly political and possibly by virtue of its subject matter, least poetic.

LECTION: A Poorly Paced Post-Apocalyptic Political Thriller
LECTION: A Poorly Paced Post-Apocalyptic Political Thriller

Lection has potential to be a thriller with political undertones, but feels more like a basic metaphorical statement thrown over the top of a slow-paced film.

RUNAWAYS SEASON 3: An Unfortunately Brisk Yet Engaging Send-Off
RUNAWAYS SEASON 3: An Unfortunately Brisk Yet Engaging Send-Off

Anchored by a lovable cast and an action-packed trek that crosses dimensions, Marvel’s Runaways ends up going out with a bang.

RECORDER: THE MARION STOKES PROJECT & The Transience Of Public Memory
RECORDER: THE MARION STOKES PROJECT & The Transience Of Public Memory

The Marion Stokes Project captures both the inherent humor and the utter absurdity of what this single-minded woman devoted her life to.

JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL: The Replay Value Is High With This Game
JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL: The Replay Value Is High With This Game

If there is one thing this movie proves, it’s that star power can break through…

KGB Web Series: The Suburban Bad Boys
KGB Web Series: The Suburban Bad Boys

In the wake of Adam McKay’s The Big Short, a flurry of films have attempted…

WEATHERING WITH YOU: Another Oddball Romance From the Director of Your Name
WEATHERING WITH YOU: Another Oddball Romance From The Director Of Your Name

Weathering with You, the latest film from Makoto Shinkai proves that he is one of the most delightfully unique voices working in the world of animation today.

WHAT YOU GONNA DO WHEN THE WORLD'S ON FIRE? - A Personal Look At Poverty With Powerful Results
WHAT YOU GONNA DO WHEN THE WORLD’S ON FIRE?: A Personal Look At Poverty With Powerful Results

What You Gonna Do When the World’s on Fire is a showcase for filmmaker Roberto Minervini and a telling portrait of poverty in New Orleans.

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UNCUT GEMS: An Adrenaline-Filled Rollercoaster Ride

Uncut Gems is powerful, almost masterful filmmaking from Josh and Benny Safdie and features a career-best performance from Adam Sandler.

THE GOOD LIAR: Lies & Deceit Can't Cover Up The Mess At The Center Of This Misfire
THE GOOD LIAR: Lies & Deceit Can’t Cover Up The Mess At The Center Of This Misfire

The Good Liar features great performances from Ian McKellen and Helen Mirren, but the film can’t overcome other problems. Chris Cassingham reviews.

THE KNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS: Another Inevitable Christmas Cringe-Fest
THE KNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS: Another Inevitable Christmas Cringe-Fest

Netflix is again spreading Christmas cheer in cringeworthy fashion with another festive addition to their platform: The Knight Before Christmas.