2020s

SXSW 2022: JETHICA & THE CELLAR
SXSW 2022: JETHICA & THE CELLAR

In the latest report from SXSW 2022, Kevin L. Lee reviews two supernatural features: Jethica and The Cellar!

BELFAST: A Film With Heart
BELFAST: A Film With Heart

Belfast is a film that will creep into the recesses of your mind, its upbeat music and deeply rooted examination of family and the journey unforgettable.

THE DROPOUT (S1E5) "Flower of Life: The Alchemy of Morality And Intimidation
THE DROPOUT (S1E5) “Flower of Life: The Alchemy of Morality And Intimidation

The Dropout delivers its deepest sense of grief and morality in the face of scandal within “Flower of Life”, giving the chance to fulfill Ian’s story.

SXSW 2022: I LOVE MY DAD: Just How Much Cringe Can You Take?
SXSW 2022: I LOVE MY DAD: Just How Much Cringe Can You Take?

I Love My Dad is saddled with a competent, well-intentioned film that works better when being discussed than being watched.

DEEP WATER: Ben Affleck And Ana De Armas Sell The Sizzle, But Not The Steak
DEEP WATER: Ben Affleck And Ana De Armas Sell The Sizzle, But Not The Steak

The best thing about Adrian Lyne’s Deep Water is that it possesses star power in Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas, two of our hottest actors.

I AM HERE: A Story Of Survival
I AM HERE: A Story Of Survival

I Am Here is not a perfect film, but it accomplishes what it sets out to do, which is to allow the world to honor Ella Blumenthal and share her story.

FRESH: A New Taste Of Horror
FRESH: A New Taste Of Horror

While the film does linger at times, underutilizing a few characters along the way, Fresh is a welcomed addition to the world of horror.

SXSW 2022, Report 2: A VANISHING FOG, SOFT & QUIET, THE LOCUST
SXSW 2022, Report 2: A VANISHING FOG, SOFT & QUIET, THE LOCUST

With her second report from this year’s SXSW Kristy Strouse covers A Vanishing Fog, Soft & Quiet and The Locust!

THE ADAM PROJECT: Family-Fun Action-Adventure That Falls Somewhat Short of its Potential
THE ADAM PROJECT: Family-Fun Action-Adventure That Falls Somewhat Short of its Potential

The Adam Project is an exciting time-traveling romp from Ryan Reynolds and Shawn Levy that is sure to give you a couple fleeting hours of entertainment.

THE DROPOUT (S1E4) “White Old Men”: The Illusion Elite
THE DROPOUT (S1E4) “White Old Men”: The Illusion Elite

While this episode still drags its feet a bit, it is an intense thrill ride that sets a strong foundation of intrigue for future episodes.

PAM & TOMMY (S1E8) "Seattle": All Things Must End
PAM & TOMMY (S1E8) “Seattle”: All Things Must End

Pam & Tommy ends on seemingly hopeful note, one that is tainted by the knowledge of the future, as well as a new understanding of the scandal.

NO TIME TO DIE Countdown: NO TIME TO DIE Revisited
NO TIME TO DIE Countdown: NO TIME TO DIE Revisited

This was inevitable. When I originally concluded this column, nearly six months ago (coinciding with…

THE DROPOUT (S1 E1-3): Drops Your Attention
THE DROPOUT (S1 E1-3): Drops Your Attention

While Amanda Seyfried delivers a strong performance, it is not enough to keep audiences hooked in the first three episodes of the new series, The Dropout.

FEAR: Empathy For The Unknown
FEAR: Empathy For The Unknown

Shot in stark, high-contrast black and white, Fear is a no-frills film that relies on the strength of its script and central performances.

KIMI: Why, Robot?
KIMI: Why, Robot?

KIMI derails a scintillating premise with a routine thriller that is on its surface efficiently executed but belies the clever psychological start.