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I'M NOT HERE: An Empty Existential Drama
I’M NOT HERE: An Empty Existential Drama

Despite the large questions it establishes at the onset, I’m Not Here offers no answers or satisfying catharsis.

Interview with YES, GOD, YES Director and Writer Karen Maine
SXSW 2019 Review: YES, GOD, YES: A Film You’d Want To Hug

Yes, God, Yes is a film you’d want to hug, where its authentic nature, lovable lead, and gentle director can win over anybody.

WE DIE YOUNG: JCVD Nostalgia Buoys a Glib Gangster Picture
WE DIE YOUNG: JCVD Nostalgia Buoys A Glib Gangster Picture

We Die Young has sporadic moments of action greatness, but feels overlong even with a brisk 90 minute runtime.

In Defense Of SPRING BREAKERS
In Defense Of SPRING BREAKERS

Spring Breakers may be much more profound of a film than initially thought, lucidly expressing our fascination with money and violence.

CAPTIVE STATE: A Far From Captivating Alien Invasion Sci-Fi
CAPTIVE STATE: A Far From Captivating Alien Invasion Sci-Fi

With a premise filled with potential and talent both in front of and behind the screen, Captive State is an unfortunate disappointment.

THE BROWSING EFFECT: A Nuanced & Effective Take On Online Dating Culture
THE BROWSING EFFECT: A Nuanced & Effective Take On Online Dating Culture

The Browsing Effect is a movie that may appear shallow at first glance, but gradually reveals more hidden depths when you make the effort to look in further.

DONNYBROOK – A Slow and Punishing Bout of Misery Porn
DONNYBROOK: A Slow & Punishing Bout Of Misery Porn

Donnybrook ends with a final battle for the ages. It’s just a shame that the road leading there is a miserable slog.

SXSW Review: GOOD BOYS: If You Like South Park, You’ll Like This
SXSW 2019 Review: GOOD BOYS: If You Like South Park, You’ll Like This

Good Boys is not for everyone, for it is messy and repetitive in what it’s doing, but it is also exceptionally funny, charming, and thoughtful.

A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL: Hallelujah! The Series is Over
A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL: Hallelujah! The Series is Over

A Madea Family Funeral is a message we need to hear, but sadly, the Hallelujah’s don’t come until the credits.

GLORIA BELL: Julianne Moore Delivers A Dazzling Performance

While Gloria Bell might be almost a carbon copy of 2013’s Gloria, the film demonstrates how much Sebastián Lelio has evolved as a director over the past six years.

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.

TRADING PAINT: The World of Auto Racing, Only Slower
TRADING PAINT: The World Of Auto Racing, Only Slower

Fast cars. Squealing tires. Roaring engines. Screaming fans — are all nowhere to be found in this dull as dirt car racing snooze-fest.

THE AFTERMATH: A Sizzling Drama Lacking Originality
THE AFTERMATH: A Sizzling Drama Lacking Originality

While groundbreaking or original, The Aftermath is worth seeing for the enticing performances and striking ambience that it establishes.

SXSW Review: BOOKSMART: How is this Olivia Wilde’s Debut?!
SXSW 2019 Review: BOOKSMART: How Is This Olivia Wilde’s Debut?!

Just when I thought coming-of-age fatigue is about to kick in, Booksmart overwhelms with its confident energy and wisdom.

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.