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THE BURIAL OF KOJO: Aesthetic Over Everything
THE BURIAL OF KOJO: Aesthetic Over Everything

The Burial of Kojo is an aesthetically accomplished debut for Sam Blitz Bazawule, but the narrative itself is far from perfect.

THE OA: Sophomore Season Raises the Bar Even Higher
THE OA PART II: Sophomore Season Raises The Bar Even Higher

The OA Part II was better than one could have ever imagined, its ingenuity and trust in its audience, coupled by the brilliant execution of its power duo, brought the series to new heights.

UNICORN STORE: Brie Larson's Phenomenal Directorial Debut Oozes With The Thaumaturgy Of Childhood
UNICORN STORE: Larson’s Directorial Debut Oozes With The Thaumaturgy Of Childhood

Unicorn Store, Brie Larson’s directorial debut, marks the beginning of a new chapter in the multi-hyphenate’s career.

TRIPLE FRONTIER: An Uneven Crime Thriller Bolstered By An Excellent Cast
TRIPLE FRONTIER: An Uneven Crime Thriller Bolstered By An Excellent Cast

The film’s attempts at multiple genres may not blend together, but the talented cast and direction by Chandor help raise it above its flaws.

Spielberg vs. Netflix Is a Battle With No Winners
Spielberg vs. Netflix Is a Battle With No Winners

In the battle between Spielberg and Netflix, it is not about the cinematic experience, rather than profitable business plan.

LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS: A New Wave Of Adult Animation
LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS: A New Wave Of Adult Animation

Love, Death & Robots was intended for a very niche audience, and for them it’ll prove a masterfully-crafted acid trip that makes for a cathartic experience.

SXSW 2019 Review: THE HIGHWAYMEN: An Interesting Story In Need Of Tightening

The Highwaymen is a well-intentioned Western drama that takes a new perspective on the Bonnie & Clyde mythology, but it needs another run at tightening the runtime.

Why Every Movie Deserves To Be Seen In A Theater
Why Every Movie Deserves To Be Seen In A Theater

Following Spielberg’s Netflix comments and more people saying they’d prefer to see movies at home, Alexia Amoriello defends the theatrical experience.

THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND: An Inspired, If Also Somewhat Familiar Biopic
THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND: An Inspired, If Also Somewhat Familiar Biopic

When it comes down to it, you’ve seen this type of movie before, but rarely with this setting and with people from this part of the world.

PADDLETON: Swims Against The Tide Of Onscreen Male Friendship
PADDLETON: Swims Against The Tide Of Onscreen Male Friendship

Films about serious illness have a tightrope to walk, to find the right balance for…

HIGH FLYING BIRD: The Financial Side Of The NBA Has Never Been This Fun

The most surprising thing about High Flying Bird is how it takes a niche and seemingly uninteresting topic and finds a message of social importance within.

THE LAST LAUGH: A Comedy Of Errors
THE LAST LAUGH: A Comedy Of Errors

The Last Laugh tries its best to tell a sweet tale about growing old with dignity and never giving up on your true self.

IO: Grand Ideas With Underwhelming Execution
IO: Grand Ideas With Underwhelming Execution

A forced romance, lackluster execution, and a tendency to pander to its audience makes IO come up far shorter than it otherwise could’ve been. 

POLAR: A Joyless & Idealess Barren Tundra
POLAR: A Joyless & Idealess Barren Tundra

Polar is as by-the-book as an action film can be, and that book isn’t even a very interesting one.

VELVET BUZZSAW: Final Destination transported to the world of art
VELVET BUZZSAW: Final Destination Transported To The World of Art

Dan Gilroy has stepped out of his comfort zone with satirical horror Velvet Buzzsaw – and the results are mixed, to say the least.