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I AM LISA: A Female Led Lycanthropic Thrill-Fest
I AM LISA: A Female Led Lycanthropic Thrill-Fest

It mostly delivers on the thrills and kills, providing enough of a jolt of energy to satisfy genre fans.

CRISIS: An Okay Opiod Anthology
CRISIS: An Okay Opiod Anthology

There are some fine performances and strong scenes here and there but the editing darts between so many stories that it’s just begging for a fan cut.

THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW: An Entertaining But Mediocre Take On An Old Classic
THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW: An Entertaining But Mediocre Take On An Old Classic

In a transformative paranoia and confined space, The Woman in the Window may not be the best remake of a classic tale, but it is far from the worst.

THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD: Nature Always Bites Back
THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD: Nature Always Bites Back

While it may not be as ambitious or as deep as it could have been, it is an exciting genre film with a charismatic performance from Angelina Jolie.

WRATH OF MAN: Not Mad, Just Disappointed
WRATH OF MAN: Not Mad, Just Disappointed

Wrath of Man fails to make the most of an inventive story structure and a typically solid Statham performance, smothered under layers of bland masculinity.

Horrific Inquiry: KAIRO (2001)
Horrific Inquiry: KAIRO (2001)

The latest edition of Film Inquiry’s horror movie-centered column, Horrific Inquiry, takes a look at the 2001 Japanese film Kairo, or Pulse.

STOWAWAY: Takes Time To Get This Mission Moving
STOWAWAY: Takes Time To Get This Mission Moving

Stowaway had the potential to be an incredible examination into the philosophy surrounding survival and hope, yet delivers with a lackluster presentation.

Interview With Joe Penna, Director And Co-Writer Of STOWAWAY
Interview With Joe Penna, Director And Co-Writer Of STOWAWAY

Film Inquiry interviews Joe Penna about his film Stowaway and the sense of isolation it presents and the everlasting prospect of hope.

Horrific Inquiry: DEAD SILENCE (2007)
Horrific Inquiry: DEAD SILENCE (2007)

While it might have become a bit dated along the way, Dead Silence is still a brilliant horror film to terrify.

SAY YOUR PRAYERS: Well-Balanced Dark Religious Comedy With Stellar Performances
SAY YOUR PRAYERS: Well-Balanced Dark Religious Comedy With Stellar Performances

Say Your Prayers is a thoughtful and humorous exploration of morality, religion, and the strength of individual people.

MEMORIES OF MURDER Criterion Review: Bong Joon-Ho's Masterpiece, Restored
MEMORIES OF MURDER Criterion Review: Bong Joon-Ho’s Masterpiece, Restored

Criterion’s upcoming edition of Memories of Murder comes highly recommended to both fans of the film and new viewers alike.

THE OAK ROOM: Atmospheric Slow Burn With Potential
THE OAK ROOM: Atmospheric Slow Burn With Potential

The Oak Room brings light to the darkness of storytelling but at times this is not enough to stay invested in the story and its characters.

GODZILLA VS. KONG: The Good Old Smash And Grab
GODZILLA VS. KONG: The Good Old Smash And Grab

While Godzilla vs. Kong is by far the best installment of this rebooted franchise, the MonsterVerse could still learn a few lessons from its forerunners.

"I Think Great Films Come Out Of Great Character And Great Story." Interview With Director Vaughn Stein Of EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE
“I Think Great Films Come Out Of Great Character And Great Story.” Interview With Director Vaughn Stein Of EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE

Film inquiry had the chance to speak with Vaughn Stein, the director of Every Breath You Take, a deep character study in disconnected yet shared grief.

EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE: A Cold Character Study
EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE: A Cold Character Study

While a bumpy ride to the end, it is an intriguing character study that examines grief and loneliness while infusing intensity and thrills.