NYFF 55 Centerpiece: WONDERSTRUCK
NYFF 2017: American Made With Mixed Success

Stephanie Archer reports on two films from the NYFF 2017 that examine the loss and struggle of an American Cowboy and the Florida projects.

STRONG ISLAND: A Haunting Look at Loss, Race, and the Justice System
STRONG ISLAND: A Haunting Look At Loss, Race & The Justice System

How might a predominately white community wield its power to dismiss a black life? The documentary Strong Island offers unsettling answers.

FRIEND REQUEST: Report As Spam
FRIEND REQUEST: Report As Spam

After spending three years in post-production purgatory, Friend Request arrives in US cinemas – and is certainly not worth the wait.

VICTORIA & ABDUL: As Twee But Warm As They Come
VICTORIA & ABDUL: As Twee But Warm As They Come

Prepare to be utterly charmed by Stephen Frears’ Victoria & Abdul, a warm, twee film that gives movies for senior audiences a good name.

BLADE RUNNER 2049: The Sci-Fi Spectacle You've Always Dreamed of
BLADE RUNNER 2049: The Sci-Fi Spectacle You’ve Always Dreamed Of

Blade Runner 2049 is a blockbuster with brains, heart and an abundance of style, that will certainly reward repeat viewings.

SAW V: A Disconnected And Painful Overkill
SAW V: A Disconnected & Painful Overkill

With Saw V, the Saw franchise firmly waved goodbye to logic, with plot contrivances that make the film closer to sci-fi than horror.

THE LEGO NINJAGO MOVIE: Third Time…Barely Works
THE LEGO NINJAGO MOVIE: Third Time…Barely Works

While The Lego Ninjago movie is heartwarming and fun, its setting is problematic, and the franchise is becoming painfully formulaic.

BORG MCENROE: More Borg Than McEnroe
BORG MCENROE: More Borg Than McEnroe

Through strong performances and solid story, Borg McEnroe is a thrilling recreation of the iconic Wimbledon final.

THE UNTAMED: An Outstanding Marriage Of Realist Drama And Sci-Fi Horror
THE UNTAMED: An Outstanding Marriage Of Realist Drama And Sci-Fi Horror

In response to Mexico’s sexual conservatism, director Amat Escalante cooked up The Untamed, a film which has to be seen to be believed.

LAST FLAG FLYING: Momentarily Enjoyable, But Ultimately Forgettable
LAST FLAG FLYING: Momentarily Enjoyable, But Ultimately Forgettable

Last Flag Flying is an experience that likely won’t stay with you for long, but it is pleasant enough viewing to recommend a watch.

TOKYO IDOLS: A Glimpse Into A Culture Both Intriguing & Disturbing
TOKYO IDOLS: A Glimpse Into A Culture Both Intriguing & Disturbing

Never thought much about Japanese pop idols? Then this disturbing yet insightful documentary, Tokyo Idols, from Kyoto Miyake definitely will.

CHAVELA: A Warm Portrait Of An Extraordinary Woman
CHAVELA: A Warm Portrait Of An Extraordinary Woman

Chavela is a documentary that is an introduction to the legendary ranchera singer as well as a fond remembrance for those who knew her well.

BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL Week 4: The Year's Best Movies?
BFI London Film Festival Week 2: The Weird, The Wonderful & The Unclassifiable

We continue to cover the multitude of films coming from London Film Festival, with reviews of among others, 1%, Lean on Pete and Good Manners.

TULIP FEVER: A Lesson In Trying Too Hard
TULIP FEVER: A Lesson In Trying Too Hard

Although visually pleasing, Tulip Fever’s chaotic script never fully commits, and by the end we are wondering what went wrong.

DIFFERENT FLOWERS: A Realistic Depiction of Sisterly Love and The Importance of Independence
DIFFERENT FLOWERS: A Realistic Depiction Of Sisterly Love

Equal parts funny and realistic, Different Flowers is a wonderful love letter to the Midwest, and the strength of familial love.