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THE NEW ROMANTIC And The Perils of Cultural References and Self-Reflexivity
THE NEW ROMANTIC: The Perils Of Cultural References & Self-Reflexivity

The New Romantic is a classic example of a normal, maladjusted person trying to be everything they’re not by pushing themselves outside of their comfort zone.

Conjuring Dread: The Ghostly Legacy of THE CHANGLING
Conjuring Dread: The Ghostly Legacy Of THE CHANGELING

The Changeling has built up a devoted club of admirers and its influence on films such as The Ring and Annabelle have seen it reclaimed by many as the grandfather of the Conjuring Universe.

DRAGGED ACROSS CONCRETE: Bloated, Divisive, Yet Compelling
DRAGGED ACROSS CONCRETE: Bloated, Divisive, Yet Compelling

S. Craig Zahler’s loyal cult following will find much to love with Dragged Across Concrete, although first time viewers will find it a difficult watch.

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.

Brittany Allen & Colin Minihan Discuss Their Awesome Thriller WHAT KEEPS YOU ALIVE
Brittany Allen & Colin Minihan Discuss Their Awesome Thriller WHAT KEEPS YOU ALIVE

We were able to talk with Colin Minihan and Brittany Allen, the director and star of the thriller What Keeps You Alive.

Toronto International Film Festival 2018: LES SALOPES: Sex, Skin & Plenty To Talk About
Toronto International Film Festival 2018: LES SALOPES: Sex, Skin & Plenty To Talk About

Our latest TIFF review is Les Salopes, a subversive film about a woman’s sexuality that is sure to be compared to the #MeToo movement.

HOW IT ENDS: Repetitive Disaster Story Runs Out Of Gas
HOW IT ENDS: Repetitive Disaster Story Runs Out Of Gas

Even with a good hook, How It Ends suffers from lack of vision becoming just a series of scenes that rarely congeals into anything substantial.

ADVENTURES IN PUBLIC SCHOOL: A Fuzzy Blanket Teen Comedy
ADVENTURES IN PUBLIC SCHOOL: A Fuzzy Blanket Teen Comedy

In a genre dripping with teenage iconoclasm and headbanging angst, Adventures in Public School makes at the very least for comforting viewing and offers a sweet view of respect, family and independence.

ANOTHER WOLFCOP: Escalates Everything That Made The Original Memorable
ANOTHER WOLFCOP: Escalates Everything That Made The Original Memorable

Another Wolfcop is a worthy horror comedy, with a memorable team of characters at its center.

SGT. STUBBY: Dog Of War’s Sweet Animated Tail
SGT. STUBBY: Dog Of War’s Sweet Animated Tail

There are those that may find Sgt. Stubby a little too twee for their tastes and it may not appeal to those who are not won over by doggy antics, but for those that are susceptible to a four legged friend, you will find Stubby a real heart-warmer.

PYEWACKET: Low-Key Folk Horror Serves Up Tension, Atmosphere & Chills
PYEWACKET: Low-Key Folk Horror Serves Up Tension, Atmosphere & Chills

Director Adam MacDonald mostly succeeds with Pyewacket being a simple, heartfelt tale focusing on the disintegration of a mother/daughter bond, without too much background noise as a distraction.

ALLURE: A Disturbing Story But An Impressive Debut
ALLURE: A Disturbing Story But An Impressive Debut

Lead by a powerhouse cast and brilliant directorial debut, Allure challenges and leaves a significant trail of destruction in its wake.

SEBASTIAN: The Subtle Power of Intimacy
SEBASTIAN: The Subtle Power of Intimacy

Sebastian, the directorial debut of James Fanizza is a heartfelt and honest portrayal of the small moments that lead towards falling in love.

THE MIDNIGHT MAN: A Surprisingly Delightful Horror Film That Just Might Get You
THE MIDNIGHT MAN: A Surprisingly Delightful Horror Film That Just Might Get You

While by no means without its faults, The Midnight Man, from director Travis Zariwny, is a good time horror film that fans of the genre will love.

BRAVEN: A Confident Action Debut
BRAVEN: A Confident Action Debut

The story of Braven may sound all-too-familiar, yet its wintry setting, inventive action sequences, and a strong presence by Jason Momoa and supporting cast help it to rise above many like-minded films.