dark comedy

THE MONKEY: A Disgustingly Bloody Good Time
THE MONKEY: A Disgustingly Bloody Good Time

Like a Saturday Morning cartoon drenched in blood, The Monkey throws everything it can at its audiences.

Slamdance 2025: American Theater and Foul Evil Deeds
Slamdance 2025: American Theater and Foul Evil Deeds

We’re taking a look at a documentary following a conservative musical theater production and an ensemble dark comedy about people acting out in suburbia.

Sundance 2025: Azi; The Flowers Stand Silently, Witnessing; Out for Delivery; The Eating of an Orange
Sundance 2025: Azi; The Flowers Stand Silently, Witnessing; Out for Delivery; and The Eating of an Orange

This year, I’m kicking off Sundance with one of their short film programs. Here are four films from the Short Film Program 2.

MURDERING THE DEVIL and the Artistic Irreverence of Ester Krumbachová
MURDERING THE DEVIL and the Artistic Irreverence of Ester Krumbachová

Murdering the Devil is a prime example of how exhilarating the films of the Czechoslovak New Wave can be, and how much they owe to Krumbachová’s talents.

KINDS OF KINDNESS: Three Short Films In A Trench Coat
KINDS OF KINDNESS: Three Short Films In A Trench Coat

Yorgos Lanthimos’ Kinds of Kindness is smart and funny, uncomfortable, moving, and confusing. It is also beautiful.

Melbourne International Film Festival 2024: KNEECAP, BABES, TEACHES OF PEACHES, SASQUATCH SUNSET & WAKE UP
Melbourne International Film Festival 2024: KNEECAP, BABES, TEACHES OF PEACHES, SASQUATCH SUNSET & WAKE UP

The Melbourne International Film Festival is in its 72nd year with a program of global features, shorts, documentaries, VR experiences, and classic movies.

This is No Game: Why 'Ready or Not' Still Matters
This is No Game: Why READY OR NOT Still Matters

Over time, the social commentary underlying the blood and gore of “Ready or Not” has increased in relevance related to our current financial predicament.

“As soon as I learned how to read and write, I was writing stories.” Interview With Writer/Director Angeline Walsh for THE CORONER'S ASSISTANT
“As soon as I learned how to read and write, I was writing stories.” Interview With Writer/Director Angeline Walsh for THE CORONER’S ASSISTANT

Film Inquiry spoke with writer/director Angeline Walsh for her web series The Coroner’s Assistant!

“As soon as I learned how to read and write, I was writing stories.” Interview With Writer/Director Angeline Walsh for THE CORONER'S ASSISTANT
The Coroner’s Assistant, “The Interview/The Inquest:” A Deathly Comic Debut

The Coroner’s Assistant, an independent YouTube web series, has made a Y-shaped incision in my chest and neatly nestled itself in my heart.

Fleabag Seasons 1 & 2: A Deep-Dive Cinematography Analysis
FLEABAG Seasons 1 & 2: A Deep-Dive Cinematography Analysis

The themes of “Fleabag” are heavily supported by the visuals, particularly emphasizing the undertones and tonal shifts between seasons one and two.

THE ORIGIN OF EVIL: A Cunning Familial Thriller
THE ORIGIN OF EVIL: A Cunning Familial Thriller

The Origin of Evil is a slow-burning, deliciously dark, and comical thriller with layers to savor.

HAROLD AND MAUDE: Revisiting Hal Ashby's Inspirational Cult Classic After 50 Years
HAROLD AND MAUDE: Revisiting Hal Ashby’s Inspirational Cult Classic After 50 Years

Even more so than its celebratory aspects, Harold and Maude holds a special place in my heart because of what it meant to me when I first watched it.

"I Just Want To Capture The Spirit Of The Films And Filmmakers That I Appreciate And How Do I Make It New?" Interview With SPREE Director and Co-Writer Eugene Kotlyarenko
“I Just Want To Capture The Spirit Of The Films And Filmmakers That I Appreciate And How Do I Make It New?” Interview With SPREE Director and Co-Writer Eugene Kotlyarenko

Owen Butler spoke with Eugene Kotlyarenko about the themes and cultural relevance of Spree, as well as where he drew inspiration from for the movie!

SPREE: A Darkly Funny Social Media Satire
SPREE: A Darkly Funny Social Media Satire

Spree is an exceptionally fun time that serves as a chilling satire on the impact social media has on society.

PRINCESS RITA: Dreams of Love in the Sunshine State
PRINCESS RITA: Dreams of Love in the Sunshine State

Princess Rita is a film of subtle contrasts that distracts from a storyline that could easily be told as a cautionary tale of internet naivety.