drama

THEIR FINEST: Not Surprising, But Nice Enough
THEIR FINEST: Not Surprising, But Nice Enough

This World War ll film is entertaining, though unfortunately Their Finest doesn’t really impress as it should.

The Beginner's Guide: James Gunn, Writer/Director
The Beginner’s Guide: James Gunn, Writer/Director

James Gunn has made a name for himself for his gloriously offensive yet emotionally poignant films; here is a rundown of his filmography.

A Not So Subtle Feminist Tale: THE VIRGIN SUICIDES
A Not So Subtle Feminist Tale: THE VIRGIN SUICIDES

Sofia Coppola’s The Virgin Suicides is a film about five sisters that is often dismal and dark, yet it also conveys powerful feminist themes.

LADY BLOODFIGHT: This Female Fight Film Only Works When Fists Are Flying
LADY BLOODFIGHT: This Female Fight Film Only Works When Fists Are Flying

Lady Bloodfight is full of frenetic, full-blooded fight scenes between a diverse array of badass women that will not disappoint.

The Beginners Guide: Christopher Nolan, Director
The Beginners Guide: Christopher Nolan, Director

In this Beginner’s Guide we discuss some of Christopher Nolan’s best work to date, his influences and artful filmmaking skills.

JAWBONE: Breathes New Life Into the Stale Boxing Drama Genre
JAWBONE: Breathes New Life Into the Stale Boxing Drama Genre

Avoiding cliches and mostly celebrating in richly defined performances, Jawbone is among the more engaging boxing movies in recent memory.

The Nominated Film You May Have Missed: THE HUSTLER
The Nominated Film You May Have Missed: THE HUSTLER

In this edition of the nominated film you may have missed series, we discuss the classic 1961 sports drama The Hustler, starring Paul Newman.

THE FALLEN IDOL: A Master Portrait Of Turmoil From A Child's Perspective
THE FALLEN IDOL: A Master Portrait Of Turmoil From A Child’s Perspective

The Fallen Idol is a fascinating look at adultery through the eyes of an innocent child, and has had a long-standing legacy as a result.

SOMEWHERE BEAUTIFUL: Failing To Find Focus
SOMEWHERE BEAUTIFUL: Fails To Find Focus

Though captured beautifully, Somewhere Beautiful suffers from an unfocused script and rushed direction by Albert Kodagolian.

COUNTING FOR THUNDER: A Missed Opportunity
COUNTING FOR THUNDER: A Missed Opportunity

Partly autobiographical, Counting for Thunder is a film that sometimes works, but mostly fails in its attempt to blend both drama and comedy.

THE OTHER HALF: An Unconventional Love Story That Speaks Volumes
THE OTHER HALF: An Unconventional Love Story That Speaks Volumes

The Other Half is a balanced portrait of not only a tangible and tender romance, but of a subject so little-seen in film; mental illness.

COLOSSAL: Anne Hathaway Towers Over An Uneven Landscape
COLOSSAL: Anne Hathaway Towers Over An Uneven Landscape

Colossal is a fantasy-oriented film about a kaiju monster that somehow manages to be both emotionally effective and profound.

RULES DON’T APPLY: An Uneven Throwback With A Romance That Shines
RULES DON’T APPLY: An Uneven Throwback With A Romance That Shines

Though Rules Don’t Apply is beautifully shot and contains a tender romance, the two stories of the film collide, making it an uneven venture.

LOST IN LONDON: Woody Harrelson's Quietly Epic One-Take Wonder
LOST IN LONDON: Woody Harrelson’s Quietly Epic One-Take Wonder

Filmed live, and in one continuous take, Lost in London is a film that could seem gimmicky, yet succeeds due to its expert comedic timing.

THE STUDENT: A Dynamic Cautionary Tale About Religious Zealotry
THE STUDENT: A Dynamic Cautionary Tale About Religious Zealotry

The Student is an effective political drama, which satirizes the rough intensity of Russia’s draconian laws in the context of a school.