TO THE BONE: No Hope Found
TO THE BONE: No Hope Found

To this survivor, To The Bone had the chance to inspire understanding of anorexia, but ended up being a disappointment.

SUBURBICON Trailer
SUBURBICON Trailer

It’s our first glimpse at the long-gestating and mysterious Suburbicon from the minds of Joel and Ethan Coen, and lo and behold, it’s a farcical crime comedy.

PLASTIC PARADISE: It Never Goes Away, So Where Does It Go?
PLASTIC PARADISE: It Never Goes Away, So Where Does It Go?

Plastic Paradise shines a spotlight on the problems that our society has created and its impact on the world in which we live.

The Roxie Theater, San Francisco: Arthouse Cinemas & The Timelessness Of Celluloid
The Roxie Theater, San Francisco: Arthouse Cinemas & The Timelessness Of Celluloid

We spoke with Executive Director Dave Cowen of The Roxie Theater in San Francisco about the art of screening celluloid film and how they keep film alive.

FALSE CONFESSIONS: A Terminal Truth

In this version of Marivaux’s play False Confessions there are laughs to be had, but its adaptation to modern day makes it a confusing watch.

Film Inquiry Podcast Episode 20: The Kubrick Cast
Film Inquiry Podcast Episode 10: DUNKIRK, BABY DRIVER, VALERIAN & More

Emily Wheeler takes over for Mike and joins Jay in this 10th episode of the Film Inquiry podcast, in which they talk the movies of the moment.

FIGHTING BELLE: More Cringeworthy Than Being Left At The Altar

Fighting Belle initially seems to have potential as a unique and inspirational revenge story, but it ultimately feels cringeworthy instead.

STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON: Recreating The History & Grit Of West Coast Hip Hop
STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON: Recreating The History & Grit Of West Coast Hip Hop

Straight Outta Compton brilliantly displays the legendary gangster rap group N.W.A., and masterfully captures their world.

HAPPY HOUR: Modern Leisure
HAPPY HOUR: Leaves No Stone Unturned

Happy Hour excels in every way a narrative film can, leaving no stone unturned in its examination of different aspects of social life.

WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES: The End of Mankind Never Looked So Good
WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES: The End of Mankind Never Looked So Good

War for the Planet of the Apes is a must-see, visually stunning achievement and a satisfying addition to the series.

WONDERSTRUCK Trailer
WONDERSTRUCK Trailer

Todd Haynes’ experimental film Wonderstruck is set in both the 20s and 70s and offers up an interesting take on its source material.

FAT CAMP: An Uneven Comedy With A Hefty Heart
FAT CAMP: An Uneven Comedy With A Hefty Heart

Fat Camp may be generic in both story and direction, but it has enough charm and heart to make up for some of its shortcomings.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT: Step 1 In The Franchise's Transformation
TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT: Step 1 In The Franchise’s Transformation

Transformers: The Last Knight is a surprisingly engaging film for the franchise, bringing the series in an interesting direction storywise.

The Little Hours: A Catholic's Persepective
THE LITTLE HOURS: A Catholic’s Persepective

The Aubrey Plaza starring comedy The Little Hours has caused controversy in the catholic community – but is it detrimental to the religion?

THE SNOWMAN Trailer
THE SNOWMAN Trailer

The Snowman is a moniker the killer of this film has given himself, leaving themed clues (and bodies) for detectives to find.