comedy
It Happened in L.A. is a refreshingly realistic portrayal of relationships, showing how we chase ideals that are often impossible to fulfill.
Suburbicon is a somewhat effective thriller that unfortunately squanders its potential at being a deeper film about racial tension.
A reworking of The Little Mermaid, Agnieszka Smoczynska’s The Lure is quite a unique and often spectacular cinematic treat.
Despite some flaws, Suburbicon is still a riot of a good time, poking fun at the inherent obscurity of the American Dream in a unique way.
Evil Dead 2 succeeds in finding the twisted humor within the horror genre and makes the film a memorable exercise of cartoonish entertainment.
Though not every element of The Square works, and frequently gets heavy-handed, it’s hard not to appreciate Ruben Östlund’s sense of humor.
Magic Mike XXL is a film that, while fun and sexy, also doesn’t shy away from greater themes like religious symbolism and imagery.
Brad’s Status is a film about social media that is bolstered by its performances, but ultimately it is not particularly memorable.
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.
Happy Death Day is a fun slasher film that likens back to the slasher days of old, albeit with a Groundhog Day twist.
While neither boring or a laugh-riot, Crash Pad is a perfectly fine and forgettable way to pass ninety minutes.
The Meyerowitz Stories may be a typical satire for Noah Baumbach, but the character of Danny, warmly played by Adam Sandler, helps to raise it.
Alice Trueman’s Egg is a beautifully shot and scored comedy, mixing both the relatable and the absurd in a uniquely engaging way.
The Bachelors is a scarcity of a film, one that transcends several genres to create an affecting orotundity through its singular voice.
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.