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.

BAYWATCH: Who’s Going to Save The Lifeguards From the Script?
BAYWATCH: Who’s Going To Save The Lifeguards From the Script?

Though blessed with a talented cast, Baywatch is overall a shipwreck, due to its rudimentary, unfocused script and few laughs overall.

SUNDANCE LONDON, DAY ONE: A Critic's Diary
Sundance London, Day One: A Critic’s Diary

Film Inquiry writer Alistair Ryder shares his experiences of his first day at Sundance London, and the four films he was able to see.

wind river Trailer
WIND RIVER Trailer

The setup of Wind River provides Taylor Sheridan another opportunity to steep his action in issues specific to forlorn places and murky justice.

PICKPOCKET: Crime & Punishment Of The Mundane
PICKPOCKET: Crime & Punishment Of The Mundane

Pickpocket (1959) is an intricately staged, intimate character study from Robert Bresson – solidifying itself as one of his greatest works.

ALIEN: COVENANT: Even Ridley Scott Can’t Wade Through A Script This Poor
ALIEN: COVENANT: Even Ridley Scott Can’t Wade Through A Script This Poor

Alien: Covenant takes a valiant attempt at re-creating the magic from the original, but ultimately falters from screenplay to screen.

ANNIE WAITS: Stuck At the Intersection Between Life & Relationships
ANNIE WAITS: Stuck At The Intersection Between Life & Relationships

Annie Waits is a well-made short comedy that explores strong themes of young identity and love.

TAKE ME: Pat Healy Finds His Calling
TAKE ME: Pat Healy Finds His Calling

With Take Me, actor Pat Healy brings his talent behind the camera, and in the process creates a delightful twist on the kidnapping narrative.

LGBTQ Cinema: The Perils Of Coding
LGBTQ Cinema: The Perils Of Queer-Coding

Lately, studios have made a lot of fuss about the supposedly “openly gay” characters in their films. This article is on why queer-coding is harmful.

THE GLASS CASTLE Trailer
THE GLASS CASTLE Trailer

Jeannette Walls’s memoir on her unconventional childhood serves as the basis for The Glass Castle, a multifaceted tale of her lively & troubled family.