2020s

Sundance 2021 Report 1: CRYPTOZOO, JOHN AND THE HOLE & KNOCKING
Sundance 2021 Report 1: CRYPTOZOO, JOHN AND THE HOLE & KNOCKING

From adult animation about cryptids to thrillers, in her first report from The 2021 Sundance Film Festival Kristy Strouse gives us her first three reviews.

SUNDANCE 2021: CODA
SUNDANCE 2021: CODA

The performances Siân Heder draws from her actors always hits the right note that it’s nearly impossible for you to not fall in love with this movie.

SUPERNOVA: A Film that Holds You Dearly
SUPERNOVA: A Film that Holds You Dearly

Supernova is a remarkable little film, highlighted by the beautiful chemistry between stars Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci.

City, State and Town: Exploring Frederick Wiseman’s U.S.A.
City, State and Town: Exploring Frederick Wiseman’s U.S.A.

State Legislature, Monrovia, Indiana, and City Hall may each look at different levels of governance, they all present the importance of public service.

MALCOLM & MARIE Review: An Emotionally Hollow Mess
MALCOLM & MARIE Review: An Emotionally Hollow Mess

Malcolm & Marie isn’t a terrible film by any means, but it’s undoubtedly a bewildering mess that collapses under its own weight.

Film Inquiry Roundtable Videocast #15: Favorite First Watches of 2020
Film Inquiry Roundtable Videocast #15: Favorite First Watches of 2020

The Film Inquiry team gets together for a casual roundtable – this week we discuss their favorite first watches of 2020. 

CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA Season 4: A Weak Season Brings A Surprisingly Emotional Goodbye
CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA Season 4: A Weak Season Brings A Surprisingly Emotional Goodbye

While a bit shaky at times, the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina brought a unique perspective I hope future inductions will honor.

SILENCE & DARKNESS: An Unnerving Tale Of Familial Digression
SILENCE & DARKNESS: An Unnerving Tale Of Familial Digression

From its very first beat, Silence & Darkness is filled with a lingering sense of distress, unfortunately gaining traction too late in the game.

NIGHT STALKER: THE HUNT FOR A SERIAL KILLER: The Devil’s In The Details
NIGHT STALKER: THE HUNT FOR A SERIAL KILLER: The Devil’s In The Details

This is a series that shows its cards right in the title; it’s about the hunt. And it’s an unforgettable one.

PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN: The Dark Reality of Revenge
PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN: The Dark Reality of Revenge

Promising Young Woman sacrifices its opportunity to deliver the ultimate revenge fantasy for something unexpectedly profound and, thematically necessary.

TEENAGE BOUNTY HUNTERS: A Delightful First Season Shot Down by Netflix
TEENAGE BOUNTY HUNTERS: A Delightful First Season Shot Down by Netflix

Teenage Bounty Hunters hit an unlikely intersection of relatability, character and relationship growth, and adventure.

HISTORY OF SWEAR WORDS: Not Your Typical History Lesson
HISTORY OF SWEAR WORDS: Not Your Typical History Lesson

With History of Swear Words, Netflix delivers entertainment and knowledge regarding those naughty words that have morphed throughout the years.

PIECES OF A WOMAN: Nurturing Life & Facing Death
PIECES OF A WOMAN: Nurturing Life & Facing Death

Pieces of A Woman is remarkable – it’s either the final great film of 2020 or the first masterwork of 2021.

THE DIG: An Old Tale Of British Excellence Never Quite Brought To Life
THE DIG: An Old Tale Of British Excellence Never Quite Brought To Life

The Dig finds a good old tale of British excellence but never quite brings it to life failing to avoid trite pitfalls along the way.

TikTok Made RATATOUILLE Into A Musical, And It Slaps
TikTok Made RATATOUILLE Into A Musical, And It Slaps

What started as a meme last year on TikTok — that the 2007 Pixar film Ratatouille has Broadway musical potential — unexpectedly exploded in popularity.