Rhode Island International Film Festival’s Best Director Vladislav Kozlov Directs THE KILLERS

We spoke with Russian director Vladislav Kozlov about his film The Killers, for which he was awarded “Best Director” at Rhode Island International Film Festival.

Queerly Ever After #7: SILENT YOUTH (2012) Part 1
Queerly Ever After #7: SILENT YOUTH (2012) Part 1

Ever week, we take a look at an LGBTQ+ film that gave their characters a romantic happily-ever-after. This week: the German film Silent Youth.

Melbourne International Film Festival 2019: Best Shorts Awards
Melbourne International Film Festival 2019 Week 3 Report: PARTICLES, SOMETHING ELSE & IRON FISTS AND KUNG FU KICKS

Alex Lines reports from Melbourne International Film Festival and reviews three more films: Particles, Something Else and Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks.

GOOD BOYS: The New Generation's Coming Of Age Comedy
GOOD BOYS: The New Generation’s Coming Of Age Comedy

It’s absurd and outrageous, and although sometimes that doesn’t work in favor of the jokes, Good Boys triumphs as a sweet coming-of-age story.

QUEEN & SLIM Trailer
QUEEN & SLIM Trailer

A couple’s first date takes an unexpected turn when a police officer pulls them over. Queen & Slim is directed by Melina Matsoukas.

THE BOYS (S1E4) “The Female of the Species”: She Ain’t No Spice Girl

Coming off the heels of an episode that re-shaped The Boys’ narrative for the better, “The Female of the Species” is another strong hour of television.

Video Dispatches: WAGON MASTER, MA & THE REFLECTING SKIN
Video Dispatches: WAGON MASTER, MA & THE REFLECTING SKIN

In this week’s Video Dispatches, we cover the home video releases of Ma (2019), The Reflecting Skin (1990) and Wagon Master (1950).

Director Shawn Ku Has A SCORE TO SETTLE
Director Shawn Ku Has A SCORE TO SETTLE

Jim Dixon spoke with director Shawn Ku about his latest film A Score to Settle, working with Nicolas Cage, regret and revenge and what the future holds next.

THE MOUNTAIN: An Odyssey Of Discomfort
THE MOUNTAIN: An Odyssey Of Discomfort

At once a period piece and a coming-of-age odyssey wrapped around a bizarre narrative about an antiquated medical treatment, The Mountain is Alverson’s finest film.

Interview with Camille Hollett-French, actress, writer and director of HER STORY (IN THREE PARTS)
Interview With Camille Hollett-French, Star, Writer & Director Of HER STORY (IN THREE PARTS)

Kristy Strouse spoke with star, writer and director Camille Hollett-French about the creation of her three Her Story short films, her background and the inspirations that drive her.

ONE CHILD NATION: Documentary Filmmaking At Its Most Effective
ONE CHILD NATION: Documentary Filmmaking At Its Most Effective

One Child Nation is, without doubt, a criticism on blind acceptance of nationalism. In this way, it is an incredibly timely piece that absolutely must be seen.

UNSEEN Poster Art & Trailer Exclusive First Look

In Unseen, best friends come across a legitimate-looking modeling contest on social media, only to be tricked into a dangerous scam.

The Stereotype-Shattering Insights of FOR SAMA
The Stereotype-Shattering Insights Of FOR SAMA

Through a woman’s point of view and an unconventional definition of politics, For Sama proves more powerful and significant than many of its peers.

UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization
UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization

Although an interesting snapshot of a mysterious figure, Unmasking Jihadi John lacks enough insight into either Emwazi or ISIS to make it a comprehensive guide on either topic.

BRIAN BANKS: A Fumbled Take On An Incredible Story
BRIAN BANKS: A Fumbled Take On An Incredible Story

Brian Banks tries so hard to be deep and meaningful that it ends up falling flat and feeling corny.