Film Reviews
Something Like Summer is an odd yet mostly satisfying mix of good and bad, with wasted moments but also bright themes that shine through.
The unoriginal, uninspired premise of stoner comedy Ripped is partially saved by the dedication of the two lead actors.
Brigsby Bear isn’t only for the dreamers, it’s for anyone who ever stalled at pursuing a something dear to them for fear of failing.
There isn’t a single original narrative element in this inspirational drama- but the insight into post-WWII Estonian life is fascinating.
Amnesia follows Jo and Martha, who have come to the island of Ibiza for different reasons, and form an unlikely but heartwarming friendship.
Fire Walk With Me is a bolder, darker look at the Twin Peaks universe, but it is essential in understanding the show’s larger themes.
Pariah is essential in the African American LGBTQ artistic and cinematic canon, as well as an achievement in cinematic storytelling.
Marjorie Prime is a subtly effective and wondrous glance at the potential ramifications of the future of artificial intelligence technology.
From Hollywood to Rose is a perfectly unpolished little gem that draws you in without you even realizing it until the end.
John Waters’ 1974 camp comedy pushed audiences out of their comfort zones, via a raucous celebration of queerness at its most unconventional.
Sure, it’s a terrible film, yet Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 has elements to make it an entertaining cult classic in the making.
Any advocate for the sustainable farming industry will enjoy director Laura Dunn’s documentary Look & See: A Portrait of Wendell Berry.
Hampstead offers nothing new in its tired-out genre, serving up uninspired writing and bland direction against a British backdrop.
Birthright: A War Story is a powerful study of the limits on a woman’s reproductive health, ranging from abortion to lesser-discussed issues.
The best thing about Footnotes is that it’s just 78 minutes. But there are so many other, better ways you could spend your time.