Film Reviews
Hover is an expertly crafted horror film focusing on a future almost too close to home. Cleopatra Coleman stands out for her remarkable performance and wonderfully crafted and memorable script.
Despite promise and an interesting concept, Zen Dog in anything but unique disintegrating into a series of indie tropes.
Elena Miliaresis’ documentary While Time Stands Still tells the story of the hardships of military families – Laurie Agard considers the psychological aspects.
Hearts Beat Loud rings emotionally true, and is heartwarming in its portrayal of youth, old age and perfect pop music.
Musanna Ahmed attended this year’s Sheffield Doc/Fest and shares his review for A Northern Soul and his interview with director Sean McAllister.
The Color of Pomegranates offers an experience of careful, questioning celebration that combines appreciation of artistic beauty with cognizance of worldly suffering.
Despite a strong cast and scattered moments of inspiration, Superfly is sorely lacking in consistency on both a visual and narrative level.
Much like a drive along Australia’s expansive coastal roads, Just Between Us is a breezy, casual ride that doubles as a nice nature documentary on the sunny side of Australia.
Stephanie Archer reviews Post No Bills, an animated short about taking risks, and spoke with with director Robin Hays.
2013 coming of age comedy drama The Way Way Back is made for summer. It’s light, funny and full of life, while still managing to be poignant.
First, you’ll laugh at nonsensical crime thriller Hangman – and then, you’ll grow annoyed that this actually got made over better projects.
A fun-filled flick with an all-star cast of charismatic ladies having a blast; Ocean’s 8 is a stylish follow-up that captures the spirit of the original trilogy while still doing its own thing.
Whilst not always smoothly or coherently told through the performances and screenplay, Susu is a slightly confused movie with a distinct point to make.
An exhausting watch, Racer and the Jailbird never figures out which direction it wants to go in, never forging a true sense of character.
Certainly a crowd pleaser, Zoo is light and easy, yet lacks a certain depth for its subject matter, despite its talented cast, that will leave you wanting more.