Changing Fortunes: How Films Were Bolstered Or Sunk By Cultural Sentiment In 2017
Films That Transcend Genre, Or On the Politics Of Convention

The most absurd assumption about saying films “transcend genre” is that works of genre are somehow so trivial that they are apolitical.

THE PERSIAN CONNECTION: A Neon-Drenched, Noir-Soaked Thrill Ride
THE PERSIAN CONNECTION: A Neon-Drenched, Noir-Soaked Thrill Ride

The Persian Connection is a bold, tense, and thrilling film, even if its thematic reach just exceeds its grasp.

WISH UPON: Seven Wishes, Zero Winners
WISH UPON: Seven Wishes, Zero Winners

Wish Upon takes a brilliantly fantastical concept and squanders its potential, relying on cliched characters and lifeless jump scares.

Exclusive Clip: THE PERSIAN CONNECTION
Exclusive Clip: THE PERSIAN CONNECTION

Watch an exclusive clip of the film THE PERSIAN CONNECTION, which is getting a VOD release on July 25th 2017.

Actor Profile: Bruno Ganz
Actor Profile: Bruno Ganz

In multiple languages, and in roles both large and small, Bruno Ganz has managed to bring an empathetic grace to every character he plays.

DUNKIRK: Nolan's Most Ambitious Film To Date
DUNKIRK: Nolan’s Most Ambitious Film To Date

Christopher Nolan’s terrific anti-war film divorces itself from any political interpretations to bluntly show the horrors that unfolded at Dunkirk during World War II.

GIRLS TRIP: A Fun Romp That Is Raunchy Yet Intimate
GIRLS TRIP: A Fun Romp That Is Raunchy Yet Intimate

Girls Trip is a gut-bustingly funny gem that is not only good for a girl’s night out, but it has a little something for everyone.

THE SHAPE OF WATER Trailer
THE SHAPE OF WATER Trailer

The Shape of Water may end up being the purest distillation of visionary director Guillermo del Toro’s love of monsters.

BODY AND SOUL: A Multifaceted Boxing Classic
BODY AND SOUL: A Multifaceted Boxing Classic

Body and Soul still stands as a marvelous example of the potent capabilities of film noir – that remains untarnished

THE COUNTRY DOCTOR: Deeper Than You'd Expect
THE COUNTRY DOCTOR: Deeper Than You’d Expect

Though appearing to be another of those aging romantic dramas, The Country Doctor is instead refreshingly heartwarming and impactful.

SOMETHING LIKE SUMMER: Rain & Shine In This Mixed Bag
SOMETHING LIKE SUMMER: Rain & Shine In This Mixed Bag

Something Like Summer is an odd yet mostly satisfying mix of good and bad, with wasted moments but also bright themes that shine through.

Staff Inquiry: Girl Power - Our Favorite Heroines
Staff Inquiry: Girl Power – Our Favorite Heroines

Wonder Woman and Atomic Blonde have proven that women can have strong leading roles; here are more that show our favorite cinema heroines.

Did THE WARRIORS influence video game structure?
Did THE WARRIORS Influence Video Game Structure?

Though released in 1979, THE WARRIORS has a video game structure that would prove as influential to the artform as games themselves.

RIPPED: The Tale of Two Time Traveling Pot Heads and Their Chilli Pot
RIPPED: The Tale of Two Time Traveling Pot Heads & Their Chilli Pot

The unoriginal, uninspired premise of stoner comedy Ripped is partially saved by the dedication of the two lead actors.

BRIGSBY BEAR: A Poignant Peer Into The Power Of Imagination & Pursuing Passion

Brigsby Bear isn’t only for the dreamers, it’s for anyone who ever stalled at pursuing a something dear to them for fear of failing.