Hong Chau

THE INSTIGATORS: Requiem for the Boston Movie
THE INSTIGATORS: Requiem for the Boston Movie

The Instigators evokes the Boston movies of yore like a Dunkin’ drinkin’ Ghost of Christmas Past.

London Film Festival 2022: THE WHALE
Toronto International Film Festival 2022: THE WHALE

Few movies at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival seemed to elicit as much division among viewers as The Whale. T

DRIVEWAYS: Cinema for The Soul

At 83 minutes long, Driveways is a mini marvel because it appears so slight yet bears manifold treasures.

Tribeca Film Festival 2019 Review: AMERICAN WOMAN

While it’s plot is relatively flimsy, American Woman thrives on the basis of its powerful performances, particularly those from Hong Chau and Sarah Gadon.

DUCK BUTTER: An Intriguing Concept That Doesn’t Quite Work In Execution

Though Duck Butter’s attempts to distinguish itself in an overloaded genre are admirable, it is unfortunately too undercooked to be a fully-fledged success. 

DOWNSIZING: Grand Potential Is Lost Through Miniaturized Scope
DOWNSIZING: Grand Potential Is Lost Through Miniaturized Scope

Despite some wonderfully imaginative special effects, Downsizing falls short due to its unfocused nature, an underdeveloped love story, and some feeble attempts at social satire.