MIDNIGHT SPECIAL As A Superman Origin Story
MIDNIGHT SPECIAL As A Superman Origin Story

By the talented Jeff Nichols, Midnight Special is similar to the comic hero Superman, documenting how he would be depicted in the real world.

PAINT IT BLACK: A Brash & Beautiful Meditation On Grief
PAINT IT BLACK: A Brash & Beautiful Meditation On Grief

Paint it Black is an impressive debut from director Amber Tamblyn, with strong performances shining brighter than the visual quirks.

CALL OF HEROES: Old School Story, New School Style
CALL OF HEROES: Old School Story, New School Style

Call of Heroes is the latest from Benny Chan, and manages to both modernize and feel old-fashioned when compared to the martial arts genre.

THE BIG BOYS' PLAYGROUND: An Enticing & Mesmerising Solution
THE BIG BOYS’ PLAYGROUND: An Enticing & Mesmerising Solution

The Big Boys’ Playground by Guillaume Lion paints rock climbing as a finely detailed, balanced, and makes the sport that more intriguing.

WONDER WOMAN: Powerful In More Ways Than One
WONDER WOMAN: Powerful In More Ways Than One

Jenkins, Gadot and company all worked admirably to bring the first Wonder Woman film out in a grand, exciting way, and that work has not gone to waste.

THE BOOK OF HENRY Trailer
THE BOOK OF HENRY Trailer

Colin Trevorrow scales back for The Book of Henry, taking on the story of a family investigating a suspicious neighbor under the directive of their hyper-intelligent son.

OLD ENOUGH: A Girlhood Cult Classic Tragically Lost in Coming-of-Age Canon
OLD ENOUGH: A Girlhood Cult Classic Tragically Lost In Coming-Of-Age Canon

Old Enough is an affectionately accurate depiction of how it feels to grow into an age when the opinions of friends are all that matters.

SPEECH & DEBATE: Teen Film Lacks Focus
SPEECH & DEBATE: Teen Film Lacks Focus

Speech & Debate isn’t great, but is enjoyable despite its plot holes, and features a great performance from Sarah Steele.

LOVESONG: A Delicate Tune
LOVESONG: A Delicate Tune

So Yong Kim’s Lovesong is a minimalist, strikingly formed small-scale drama about two female friends slowly falling in love.

SUNDANCE LONDON DAY TWO: A Critic's Diary
Sundance London Day Two: A Critic’s Diary

Alistair Ryder attended Sundance London and saw Icarus, Marjorie Prime and A Ghost Story and shares his thoughts!

BEFORE THE FALL: Lost In Adaptation
BEFORE THE FALL: Lost In Adaptation

Although the idea of reimagining Pride & Prejudice with a same-sex couple, Before The Fall lacks the fiery spirit of the source material.

Should Disney Give Into Hackers In Possession of PIRATES 5? Honestly, no.
Should Disney Give Into Hackers In Possession of PIRATES 5? Honestly, No.

Nathan Osborne discusses the benefits and theories surrounding his support for Disney’s stand on piracy and hackers.

The Beginner's Guide: Derek Cianfrance, Director
The Beginner’s Guide: Derek Cianfrance, Director

Music, improvisation and intimacy: these are the ingredients that have made Derek Cianfrance’s films such emotionally-satisfying treats.

THE WIZARD OF LIES: Though Nothing Profound, De Niro Astounds
THE WIZARD OF LIES: Though Nothing Profound, De Niro Astounds

While The Wizard of Lies is overly long and brings nothing new to Bernie Madoff’s story, Robert De Niro’s performance more than makes up for it.

STEFAN ZWEIG: FAREWELL TO EUROPE: Beautiful & Smart, But Still Lacking
STEFAN ZWEIG: FAREWELL TO EUROPE: Beautiful & Smart, But Still Lacking

Stefan Zweig: Farewell To Europe is a fine display of craftsmanship, but it’s far too infatuated with its own beauty to engage on the level to which it aspires.