drama

THE CHAPERONE: The More Things Change, The More Things Stay the Same
THE CHAPERONE: The More Things Change, The More Things Stay the Same

The Chaperone is a film that’ll be gone by the month’s end, swallowed by the studio system and erased by this year’s loaded summer season.

Bollywood Inquiry April 2019: ROMEO AKBAR WALTER & KALANK
Bollywood Inquiry April 2019: ROMEO AKBAR WALTER & KALANK

Despite few releases due to Avengers and politics, cinemagoers were served with two major Bollywood releases this month: Romeo Akbar Walter and Kalank.

STARFISH: A Melancholic, Beguiling & Tender Take On The Apocalypse
STARFISH: A Melancholic, Beguiling & Tender Take On The Apocalypse

Starfish’s reach might ultimately exceed its grasp, yet the film still succeeds as an immersive, stunningly crafted apocalyptic sci-fi.

QUEEN OF DIAMONDS: A Masterful Depiction of Life on the Margins
QUEEN OF DIAMONDS: A Masterful Depiction Of Life On The Margins

Surviving the experience of Queen of Diamons means being rewarded with a film that has more to say with far fewer words than much of independent cinema today.

AMERICAN GODS: "Moon Shadow" (S2E8): There's Nothing Final About This Finale
AMERICAN GODS (S2E8) “Moon Shadow”: There’s Nothing Final About This Finale

American Gods will be back for a Season 3 with a lot of story to unpack as the show seems to be just vamping up.

ABOUT A DONKEY: A Modest But Moving Film
ABOUT A DONKEY: A Modest But Moving Film

About a Donkey embraces its identity, and allows its viewers to grasp this, but also infuses their own personal experiences within these character’s journeys.

THE GRIZZLIES: An Underdog Sports Film That Tackles Indigenous Youth Issues
THE GRIZZLIES: An Underdog Sports Film That Tackles Indigenous Youth Issues

A film that is laced with pride and hope without the frilly details of any other sports film, The Grizzlies is all about grit, raw and tender moments of belonging and the strength to continue on.

Tribeca Film Festival 2019 Review: BLOW THE MAN DOWN
Tribeca Film Festival 2019 Review: BLOW THE MAN DOWN

Screening at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival as part of the U.S. Narrative Competition, Blow…

Tribeca Film Festival 2019 Review: AMERICAN WOMAN

While it’s plot is relatively flimsy, American Woman thrives on the basis of its powerful performances, particularly those from Hong Chau and Sarah Gadon.

SWING KIDS: Tap-Dancing Jazzes Up POW Story
SWING KIDS: Tap-Dancing Jazzes Up POW Story

The tension between musical and war drama at times overwhelms the picture – but god, even when it’s a failure, Swing Kids is entertaining as hell.

SÁTÁNTANGÓ: State Of Decay
SÁTÁNTANGÓ: State Of Decay

I came to the conclusion that I like watching paint dry because not only did…

DOGMAN: In The Moral Fog
DOGMAN: In The Moral Fog

Matteo Garrone is arguably one of the most talented filmmakers working today. He is certainly,…

NON-FICTION: Assayas’ Delightful Palate Cleanser
NON-FICTION: Assayas’ Delightful Palate Cleanser

Even if Non-Fiction doesn’t end up being a revelatory film in Assayas’ catalogue, it’s never uncompelling.

IN A NEW YORK MINUTE: A Unique, But Uneven Look At Love
IN A NEW YORK MINUTE: A Unique, But Uneven Look At Love

Overall, In A New York Minute feels unique in its premise and execution, and a very promising entry early in Ximan Li’s filmography.

AMERICAN GODS (S2E7) "Treasure Of The Son": The Proverbial Fan
AMERICAN GODS (S2E7) “Treasure Of The Son”: The Proverbial Fan

With only one episode left in the season, American Gods has to create some tension amongst its cast of characters.