drama

SUPERIOR: A Topsy-Turvy Twin Drama
SUPERIOR: A Topsy-Turvy Twin Drama

Superior is not without its flaws, and it wears its influences on its sleeve almost to a fault, but it’s still a worthwhile watch.

THE DROPOUT (S1E5) "Flower of Life: The Alchemy of Morality And Intimidation
THE DROPOUT (S1E5) “Flower of Life: The Alchemy of Morality And Intimidation

The Dropout delivers its deepest sense of grief and morality in the face of scandal within “Flower of Life”, giving the chance to fulfill Ian’s story.

SXSW 2022, Report 2: A VANISHING FOG, SOFT & QUIET, THE LOCUST
SXSW 2022, Report 2: A VANISHING FOG, SOFT & QUIET, THE LOCUST

With her second report from this year’s SXSW Kristy Strouse covers A Vanishing Fog, Soft & Quiet and The Locust!

THE DROPOUT (S1E4) “White Old Men”: The Illusion Elite
THE DROPOUT (S1E4) “White Old Men”: The Illusion Elite

While this episode still drags its feet a bit, it is an intense thrill ride that sets a strong foundation of intrigue for future episodes.

PAM & TOMMY (S1E8) "Seattle": All Things Must End
PAM & TOMMY (S1E8) “Seattle”: All Things Must End

Pam & Tommy ends on seemingly hopeful note, one that is tainted by the knowledge of the future, as well as a new understanding of the scandal.

VIVE L'AMOUR: Show Me The Meaning Of Being Lonely
VIVE L’AMOUR: Show Me The Meaning Of Being Lonely

Vive L’Amour is one of the best and brightest examples of this; it’s never looked better to feel so alone.

THE DROPOUT (S1 E1-3): Drops Your Attention
THE DROPOUT (S1 E1-3): Drops Your Attention

While Amanda Seyfried delivers a strong performance, it is not enough to keep audiences hooked in the first three episodes of the new series, The Dropout.

FEAR: Empathy For The Unknown
FEAR: Empathy For The Unknown

Shot in stark, high-contrast black and white, Fear is a no-frills film that relies on the strength of its script and central performances.

Animation Sensation: THE IRON GIANT: Brad Bird's Robot Story With A Big Heart
Animation Sensation: THE IRON GIANT: Brad Bird’s Robot Story With A Big Heart

I dare anyone to watch the ending of The Iron Giant and test to see if their eyes stay dry. I know I wasn’t able to.

KIMI: Why, Robot?
KIMI: Why, Robot?

KIMI derails a scintillating premise with a routine thriller that is on its surface efficiently executed but belies the clever psychological start.

PAM & TOMMY (S1E7) "Destroyer Of Worlds": Can You Fix What's Broken?
PAM & TOMMY (S1E7) “Destroyer Of Worlds”: Can You Fix What’s Broken?

While some storylines were more engaging than others, the episode leaves you wondering, and worrying, about how its creators will end it all.

PAM & TOMMY (S1 E6) “Pamela In Wonderland”: Down The Rabbit Hole Of Misogyny
PAM & TOMMY (S1 E6) “Pamela In Wonderland”: Down The Rabbit Hole Of Misogyny

“Pamela in Wonderland” establishes an effective contrast between perceived happiness and success against a system and a society designed against women.

GREAT FREEDOM: Love In A Hopeless Place
GREAT FREEDOM: Love In A Hopeless Place

A beautiful film that reminds us that the personal is always political, Great Freedom will fill your heart even as it breaks it.

PAM & TOMMY (S1E5) "Uncle Jim And Aunt Susie In Duluth": There Is No Stopping This Ticking Time Bomb
PAM & TOMMY (S1E5) “Uncle Jim And Aunt Susie In Duluth”: There Is No Stopping This Ticking Time Bomb

While Pam & Tommy opened to the euphoric bliss of a celebrity couple and marriage, the cracks have begun to show as the sex tape begins to gain steam.

STRAWBERRY MANSION: When Taxman Meets Sandman
STRAWBERRY MANSION: When Taxman Meets Sandman

A crazy, colorful film, Strawberry Mansion is worth a visit, even if at some points it seems on the verge of collapsing around you.