comedy

TO THE BONE: No Hope Found
TO THE BONE: No Hope Found

To this survivor, To The Bone had the chance to inspire understanding of anorexia, but ended up being a disappointment.

FALSE CONFESSIONS: A Terminal Truth

In this version of Marivaux’s play False Confessions there are laughs to be had, but its adaptation to modern day makes it a confusing watch.

FIGHTING BELLE: More Cringeworthy Than Being Left At The Altar

Fighting Belle initially seems to have potential as a unique and inspirational revenge story, but it ultimately feels cringeworthy instead.

FAT CAMP: An Uneven Comedy With A Hefty Heart
FAT CAMP: An Uneven Comedy With A Hefty Heart

Fat Camp may be generic in both story and direction, but it has enough charm and heart to make up for some of its shortcomings.

The Little Hours: A Catholic's Persepective
THE LITTLE HOURS: A Catholic’s Persepective

The Aubrey Plaza starring comedy The Little Hours has caused controversy in the catholic community – but is it detrimental to the religion?

GIRLS TRIP: A Fun Romp That Is Raunchy Yet Intimate
GIRLS TRIP: A Fun Romp That Is Raunchy Yet Intimate

Girls Trip is a gut-bustingly funny gem that is not only good for a girl’s night out, but it has a little something for everyone.

THE COUNTRY DOCTOR: Deeper Than You'd Expect
THE COUNTRY DOCTOR: Deeper Than You’d Expect

Though appearing to be another of those aging romantic dramas, The Country Doctor is instead refreshingly heartwarming and impactful.

RIPPED: The Tale of Two Time Traveling Pot Heads and Their Chilli Pot
RIPPED: The Tale of Two Time Traveling Pot Heads & Their Chilli Pot

The unoriginal, uninspired premise of stoner comedy Ripped is partially saved by the dedication of the two lead actors.

BRIGSBY BEAR: A Poignant Peer Into The Power Of Imagination & Pursuing Passion

Brigsby Bear isn’t only for the dreamers, it’s for anyone who ever stalled at pursuing a something dear to them for fear of failing.

MARJORIE PRIME: A Soulful Pondering Of Artificial Intelligence Applications
MARJORIE PRIME: A Soulful Pondering Of Artificial Intelligence Applications

Marjorie Prime is a subtly effective and wondrous glance at the potential ramifications of the future of artificial intelligence technology.

FROM HOLLYWOOD TO ROSE: A Quirky And Absurdly Charming Late Night Adventure Through Los Angeles
FROM HOLLYWOOD TO ROSE: A Quirky & Charming Late Night Adventure Through LA

From Hollywood to Rose is a perfectly unpolished little gem that draws you in without you even realizing it until the end.

FEMALE TROUBLE: Subverting Straight Culture & Loving It
FEMALE TROUBLE: Subverting Straight Culture & Loving It

John Waters’ 1974 camp comedy pushed audiences out of their comfort zones, via a raucous celebration of queerness at its most unconventional.

Romantic Comedies: They Don't Make 'Em Like They Used To
Romantic Comedies: They Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To

Gone is the heyday of the classic 90’s romantic comedy, but why is it that so many contemporary romantic comedies fail?

FOOTNOTES: Painfully Out Of Tune
FOOTNOTES: Painfully Out Of Tune

The best thing about Footnotes is that it’s just 78 minutes. But there are so many other, better ways you could spend your time.

THE SABBATICAL: Whittingham’s Ode To Art & Self-Preservation

The Sabbatical isn’t your typical midlife crisis film – it is highly unpredictable in the best sense of the word.