Film Reviews
Brad’s Status is a film about social media that is bolstered by its performances, but ultimately it is not particularly memorable.
Feeling both vitally important and imminently personal, The Light of the Moon is as remarkable as its title is poetic – and twice as powerful.
It may take certain liberties with the truth, but Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is still an enjoyable, inspirational biopic.
Loving Vincent is a stunning work of art, with every frame a Van Gogh-style painting, and it’s intriguing on a narrative level as well.
Suck It Up admirably attempts to tell a story with flawed women at its centre, yet sadly falls back on clichés and stereotypes at every turn.
Brimstone & Glory is a unique documentary and you’d be doing yourself a disservice to not catch it in theaters.
Only the Brave is more concerned with its traditional gender politics than making any grander statement on man’s relationship with nature.
In her final report, Emily recalls more films from the Heartland Film Festival, including Thelma, Dolores, Liyana and more.
Despite belonging in the overdone sub-genre of found footage, Hell House LLC manages to just stand out amongst the masses.
Whilst it has many problems, Maya Dardel is a prickly, contentious and fascinating film that knows with absolute certainty what it is.
Happy Death Day is a fun slasher film that likens back to the slasher days of old, albeit with a Groundhog Day twist.
Expertly performed by the dynamic duo of Rooney Mara and Ben Mendelsohn, Una proves to be a searing – though discomfiting – watch.
While neither boring or a laugh-riot, Crash Pad is a perfectly fine and forgettable way to pass ninety minutes.
Tom of Finland feels like two disparate films brought together, and only Pekka Strang’s strong performance saves it from being a total wash.
THE PARTY: This One’s Got My Vote
The Party is an example of well-structured storytelling that relies on clever narrative structures, witty dialogue and a sparkling cast.