2020s

FRESH: A New Taste Of Horror
FRESH: A New Taste Of Horror

While the film does linger at times, underutilizing a few characters along the way, Fresh is a welcomed addition to the world of horror.

SXSW 2022, Report 2: A VANISHING FOG, SOFT & QUIET, THE LOCUST
SXSW 2022, Report 2: A VANISHING FOG, SOFT & QUIET, THE LOCUST

With her second report from this year’s SXSW Kristy Strouse covers A Vanishing Fog, Soft & Quiet and The Locust!

THE ADAM PROJECT: Family-Fun Action-Adventure That Falls Somewhat Short of its Potential
THE ADAM PROJECT: Family-Fun Action-Adventure That Falls Somewhat Short of its Potential

The Adam Project is an exciting time-traveling romp from Ryan Reynolds and Shawn Levy that is sure to give you a couple fleeting hours of entertainment.

THE DROPOUT (S1E4) “White Old Men”: The Illusion Elite
THE DROPOUT (S1E4) “White Old Men”: The Illusion Elite

While this episode still drags its feet a bit, it is an intense thrill ride that sets a strong foundation of intrigue for future episodes.

PAM & TOMMY (S1E8) "Seattle": All Things Must End
PAM & TOMMY (S1E8) “Seattle”: All Things Must End

Pam & Tommy ends on seemingly hopeful note, one that is tainted by the knowledge of the future, as well as a new understanding of the scandal.

NO TIME TO DIE Countdown: NO TIME TO DIE Revisited
NO TIME TO DIE Countdown: NO TIME TO DIE Revisited

This was inevitable. When I originally concluded this column, nearly six months ago (coinciding with…

THE DROPOUT (S1 E1-3): Drops Your Attention
THE DROPOUT (S1 E1-3): Drops Your Attention

While Amanda Seyfried delivers a strong performance, it is not enough to keep audiences hooked in the first three episodes of the new series, The Dropout.

FEAR: Empathy For The Unknown
FEAR: Empathy For The Unknown

Shot in stark, high-contrast black and white, Fear is a no-frills film that relies on the strength of its script and central performances.

KIMI: Why, Robot?
KIMI: Why, Robot?

KIMI derails a scintillating premise with a routine thriller that is on its surface efficiently executed but belies the clever psychological start.

TURNING RED: A Big Fluffy Silly Ball of Energy and Heart
TURNING RED: A Big Fluffy Silly Ball of Energy and Heart

Turning Red, the latest film by Pixar Animation Studios, is a total blast – a heartwarming treat for the whole family.

THE BATMAN: An Operatic Morality Thriller
THE BATMAN: An Operatic Morality Thriller

The Batman is a three-hour gritty detective crime thriller disguised as a superhero film.

PAM & TOMMY (S1E7) "Destroyer Of Worlds": Can You Fix What's Broken?
PAM & TOMMY (S1E7) “Destroyer Of Worlds”: Can You Fix What’s Broken?

While some storylines were more engaging than others, the episode leaves you wondering, and worrying, about how its creators will end it all.

Glasgow Film Festival 2022: ASHGROVE
Glasgow Film Festival 2022: ASHGROVE

While it doesn’t always tie its themes together, Ashgrove still manages to dig behind the veneer of its story and ask a compelling question.

ASKING FOR IT: Demand More
ASKING FOR IT: Demand More

In the end, more of a thriller than a deep thought piece, Asking for It will leave you asking for more

PAM & TOMMY (S1 E6) “Pamela In Wonderland”: Down The Rabbit Hole Of Misogyny
PAM & TOMMY (S1 E6) “Pamela In Wonderland”: Down The Rabbit Hole Of Misogyny

“Pamela in Wonderland” establishes an effective contrast between perceived happiness and success against a system and a society designed against women.